Helping Women Through Labor, One Contraction at a Time

Prenatal Instructor

Brielle is passionate about helping her clients have a positive birth experience and confidence in caring for their newborns.

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Top Hospitals in Calgary for an Exceptional Birthing Experience

Foothills hospital has a level 3 NICU. South Health Campus you get to stay in the same room during labor, delivery, and postpartum. Rockyview General Hospital has a midwifery program on site. However the most important part of your birth isn’t where you give birth, but with who.
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7 steps to a successful VBAC

Having a vaginal birth after a c-section can be an uphill battle. There are lots of things you can do to improve your odds of having a successful VBAC or VBA2C. From getting educated to doing Spinning Babies positions in order to get baby in the best position. With preparation you have an 80% chance of successfully having the vaginal birth you always wanted.
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Benefits of having a bilingual doula at your birth

There are many doulas in Calgary. Here is a list of doulas that speak languages other than English.
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When to take prenatal classes and other things to consider when choosing a prenatal class

It is never too early to take a prenatal class. Classes should be finished by 36 weeks of pregnancy, but you can choose to take them sooner if you wish. You can choose to take a 7 week course or a weekend crash course. When choosing a prenatal course ideology and location are important factors to consider.
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Everything you need to know about Bishop’s Scores

A bishop’s score measures your body’s readiness for labor by performing a cervical check. It is typically done before an induction to help decide what method of induction to do. The bishop's score assesses dilation, consistency, effacement, and position of the cervix as well as the station of the baby.
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How long after induction does labor start: A comprehensive guide to inductions

Depending on the method of induction, it could take anywhere between a few hours to a few days. The more ready your body is when you start the induction, the faster the induction will be. I go into the varying methods of labor induction including Cervidil, Foley Bulb, and Pitocin/Oxytocin and how long you should expect each to take.
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