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COVID-19 Update from TBC
Updated December 29, 2020 In an effort to maintain social distance in the waiting room, feel free to either utilize the classroom when waiting for an appointment or let us know if you prefer to wait in your car and have us text when we are ready to see you. Please...
Reflecting on Black History Month
by Zoë Marcus As Black History Month comes to a close, it's important to take some time to reflect on the important contributions of Black Americans in the history of reproductive health and midwifery and the ways in which we can support improving outcomes in maternal...
Let’s Be Heart Smart
by Anna Marie Trotman February is American Heart Month which encourages Americans to focus on their heart health and get their families, friends and communities involved. But this year with the focus being on the pandemic and vaccines, heart health seems to have taken...
Winter Blahs – COVID and Your Family
By Anna Marie Trotman Winter blahs can affect us in many different ways, but this year can be particularly challenging. Let’s look at some of the things you can do with your family to offset the wintry blues and the fact that you and the kids might be stuck indoors...
The Best of the Best for 2020
by Anna Marie Trotman It may feel strange to be reading about “The Best of 2020” because you would have to be hiding under a rock not to know that this has been a doozy of a year. COVID-19 has taken a toll on our physical, mental, and social...
COVID-19 Vaccine: Resources for Pregnant and Breastfeeding Women to Aid in Decision Making
Although there’s very little data on how pregnant and nursing mothers will respond to a COVID-19 vaccine, professional organizations (see links below) say the benefits are very likely to outweigh the risks. Pregnant women appear to have the same chance of...
Zayne’s Birth Story
by Lamya Abdel-Rahman The days leading up to Zayne's birth were filled with uncertainty. This would be my first birth experience. How would I handle the labor pains? What would the pain be like? How will labor start? My birth plan was straightforward. No episiotomy....
Staying Safe During the Holidays
Advice from the World Health Organization Looking After our Mental Health Measures to restrict movement is a part of our new way of life, more and more of us are making huge changes to our daily routines. The Birth Center staff is asking that you follow the CDC...
Doula Interview Questions: How to Find the Right Support for You!
by Lynne Govatos, MPA, CD(DONA) A question that came up at our last doula meet and greet was, “How do I know which doula is right for me?” More often than not, choosing a doula can be a tough decision. I thought I would compile a list of questions that I...
Maverick’s Birth Story
by Courtney Seiders My plan my whole pregnancy was to have my son at The Birth Center. My wife and I fell in love on our initial tour and so it was really set in my mind that I was going to deliver my baby there. I also set it in my mind that I would give birth...