Pregnancy is a Journey- Don’t Walk it Alone!

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THE FIRST 40 DAYS by Heng Ou

“The first 40 days post birth, also known as the 4th trimester, is a very important time for the mother to heal from her pregnancy and birth. Cultures all over the world utilize very specific traditions and recipes during this time. The gist is that the new mama’s support team circles around her to take over all of her daily chores, so that she can allow her body to receive proper healing nutrition, bond with her baby, focus on breast feeding as her main job, and recover from the very physical act of childbirth.  We once lived in small villages where our mothers, grandmothers, aunts, sisters and nieces all would help. But now as we often live far away from our own families, women need an added support structure to carry on these tasks. It is scientifically proven that these support measures drastically reduce the chances of developing postpartum depression and anxiety.” -MOTHERTHEMOTHER.COM

PODCAST

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THE WAY FORWARD WITH ALEC ZECK

Listen to Alec Zeck and open your mind to new paths for your family and you. For too long we have relinquished our sovereignty to entities who view us as numbers on a page that they can categorize into overgeneralized, meaningless statistics that dilute our humanity. We are powerful, unique individuals who’s spirits multiply with love and connection.

Find new ways to change your institutionally applied programing by inviting in new ideas and new ways of living. Start implementing them within your home and family unit and then, seek out like minded individuals near you to create the community atmosphere that you have been longing for (whether you know it now or not).

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Join a Women’s Circle or A Mom Group!

Nothing is more important than community! At a time when it is so easy to get overwhelmed, connect with other women/moms who have or are experiencing the same thing! Share your struggles and successes with women you will surely grow to love! Reach out by email if you are in Marin or surrounding areas to find your community! Southern Marin Mothers’ Club is also a great resource for new moms!

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Stemple Creek Ranch!

Located in Northern California near the town of Tomales, Stemple Creek Ranch has been home to the Poncia family for four generations. They use regenerative, organic agricultural practices, which means we seek to enhance and rehabilitate our entire ecosystem by focusing on soil health and increasing carbon in our land.

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Born Wild Midwifery!

Lea & Sophia are great midwives whom we had a great experience planning our birth with! If you are planning a home birth in Marin or Sonoma County, they are be a great resource!