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Category: Pregnancy
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When Pregnancy Feels Heavy: My Journey Through Prenatal Depression
Pregnancy is often portrayed as a time of joy, glowing anticipation, and maternal bliss. But for me, it was a season of darkness, confusion, and deep emotional turmoil. As a doula and placenta specialist, I’ve walked alongside many women through their pregnancies. Yet, when it was my turn—during my second pregnancy—I found myself grappling with…
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Pregnant in the Netherlands: A Short Guide in 5 steps
You’re having a baby, congratulations! Now what’s next? Here are 5 important steps in your journey if you are pregnant in the Netherlands and planning to give birth here. 01. Choose your Midwife It is not standard to be followed by an OB-GYN in the Netherlands, unless there is a medical condition requiring it. For…
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Pregnancy : keep a good energy level with yoga and fitness
While you may not feel like exercising as much as before during pregnancy, maintaining a regular physical activity is important. The more active you are, the easier it will be for you to adjust to body changes, stay fit for labour and keep a good energy level. Note: always ask your healthcare provider which forms…
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Pregnancy: increase your overall wellbeing thanks to massages
Pregnancy and postpartum are intense periods for your body: adjusting your postures, gaining weight, carrying your baby around… Your body is going through a lot in a very short period of time! A perinatal massage can, amongst others, help relieve everyday discomforts, encourage muscle relaxation or reduce stress. In this article you will find the answers to the…
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Boost your wellbeing with alternative pregnancy therapies
Alternative therapies are a great way to complement traditional healthcare, relieve pregnancy discomfort, and support your perinatal wellbeing. It is sometimes also a good way to take time for yourself! Our list is not exhaustive but contains a few of the most popular therapies which could be useful, such as pregnancy acupuncture. As with any…
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Prenatal Care in The Netherlands: What You Need To Know
Your exciting journey into parenthood is about to begin. From the early signs to the first steps into pregnancy, you might wonder about prenatal care in the Netherlands with millions of questions roaming in your head. Let’s guide you through the most important steps and information you need to know as you embark on this…
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What is hypnobirthing? Everything you need to know
Even though pregnancy and the lead up to birth can be a time of great joy and excitement, it is normal to have feelings of apprehension or anxiety when thinking about the actual labour and birth process. Hypnobirthing may be a method to consider when exploring pain management and relaxation techniques for your labour and…
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How To Choose Your Midwife
The Netherlands are recognized as a great country for maternity care and for their unique approach. One thing you might hear here if you are expecting is: « You are not sick. You’re just pregnant » Indeed, pregnancy and birth are approached as natural processes and not necessarily medical events that need to be supervised in hospitals,…
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Interview • Inbal Sigler, Isis Hypnobirthing.
In this interview, we talked with Inbal Sigler, the founder of Genisis Feminine Artistry. Inbal is a multi-talented woman. She is a Hypnobirthing specialist, a Doula, a Pilates and yoga teacher, a Chinese Medicine practitioner and an Orgasmic Birth and women group facilitator. She welcomed us in her lovely studio in De Pijp (Amsterdam). This…
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Demystifying hypnobirthing
When you hear the term ‘hypno’ or ‘hypnosis’, your first thought might be about losing or surrendering control… yet the hypnobirthing method is the complete opposite! Hypnobirthing combines deep relaxation techniques and self-hypnosis, also sometimes called ‘focussed relaxation’. These techniques enable you as a mother in labour to remain in control of the birth process. The skills…