Monthly Archives: April 2012

Hospital Protocols

Posted on April 30, 2012 by Heidi Thaden-Pierce

A client shared with me her notes after a hospital tour. This is a facility with a strong reputation for both natural birth AND high risk situations, which I learned first hand as I birthed my 23 week preemie there! … Continue reading →

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Mother | Denton Birth Photography

Posted on April 27, 2012 by Heidi Thaden-Pierce
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Beautiful Boy | Denton Birth Photography

Posted on April 26, 2012 by Heidi Thaden-Pierce

Last night I was there as this couple welcomed their fourth baby into the world. The smiles on their faces say it all! The journey to bring this little boy into the world was so neat to witness – I … Continue reading →

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Breastfeeding – Tongue Tie

Posted on April 25, 2012 by Heidi Thaden-Pierce

Tongue Tie The above link is an excellent PDF showing the various types of tongue ties (including the maxillary frenulum, which most of my children had/have!) and explains how these issues can impact breastfeeding. While diagnosing a tongue tie is … Continue reading →

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Someone Needs Her Momma

Posted on April 20, 2012 by Heidi Thaden-Pierce

I have a sick little one and this morning has been full of doctor visits and labs and much weeping and wailing. That’s why things have been (and will be) quite for a bit as I get this little one … Continue reading →

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Maternity, Birth, & Newborn Photography | Denton Birth Photography

Posted on April 17, 2012 by Heidi Thaden-Pierce

(Please forgive the wonky formatting – I was typing and discovered my one year old had bathed herself in syrup so I was otherwise distracted and I’m leaving it alone so as to not further leave this wild one unsupervised.) … Continue reading →

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Dad’s Pre-Baby To Do List

Posted on April 16, 2012 by kit

In the last month of pregnancy your wife may be nesting, which can manifest itself in a variety of ways. She may be sorting and organizing the nursery, cleaning random things, or tackling any number of projects that may or … Continue reading →

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Tips For New Dads From a Father of Six

Posted on April 14, 2012 by kit

So you’re going to be a father! Here’s a quick primer of tips and tricks for new dads. day zero Today was an amazing day. Your beautiful wife just delivered your baby! It was incredible. She was incredible. And while … Continue reading →

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Interview Questions – What to Ask Potential Doulas

Posted on April 14, 2012 by Heidi Thaden-Pierce

I’m now on the receiving end of questions during a consultation, but I also interviewed doulas when we hired someone for our fifth birth. You may be wondering what questions you should even ask a doula, and unsure of what … Continue reading →

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Postpartum Depression

Posted on April 12, 2012 by Heidi Thaden-Pierce

When we hear “depression” we often assume that means lethargic, apathetic, tired, and detached. In reality postpartum depression can manifest itself in a variety of ways – aggression, irritability, anger, confusion, etc. This can be directed towards a spouse, the … Continue reading →

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