Membrane Sweep at 39, 40 or 41 Weeks: Does It Work?
Can a membrane sweep start labor? Learn how membrane sweeping works, when it may be offered, what it feels like, side effects and what to expect afterward.
The Glucose Test in Pregnancy: Gestational Diabetes, Testing Options & What Your Results Mean
Do you have to drink Glucola? Learn about gestational diabetes screening, the 1-hour, 2-hour and 3-hour glucose tests, alternatives and results.
What Is the Midwifery Model of Care?
What makes midwifery care different? Learn how the midwifery model approaches pregnancy, physiologic birth, informed choice and individualized care.
Why a Calm, Quiet Birth Space Matters More Than You Think
Lights, noise, conversation, privacy and even who is in the room can affect how you experience labor. Here’s why protecting the birth environment matters.
How Fear Can Impact Your Birth
Did you know that fear can cause pain and have a negative impact on your birth?
Begin Your Journey as a Birth & Postpartum Doula
Birth & Postpartum Doula Training August 29, 30, 31 with Caty Bilton of DFW Births
What Does a Birth Doula Do? Understanding Their Role in Your Birth Space
When planning for childbirth, families in the Dallas Fort Worth area often seek support to ensure a calm, informed, and empowering experience. Enter the birth doula—a trained professional who provides continuous physical, emotional, and informational support throughout pregnancy, labor, and delivery. But what exactly does a birth doula do, and how can they transform your birth space? Let’s dive into their vital role, with insights from the DFW Community Doula Network.
What is an Open Model Birth Center?
When most people think of a birth center, they imagine one midwifery group serving a small group of clients in a cozy, home-like setting. But there’s a growing trend in maternity care that’s expanding access and flexibility for families and providers alike: the open model birth center.
At DFW Community Birth & Wellness, we believe in offering options that support both autonomy and collaboration. Let’s explore what an open model birth center is, and why it might be the perfect fit for your family or your midwifery practice.
What Is Midwifery? Understanding the Role of a Midwife in Your Birth Journey
When planning your birth experience, one of the most important decisions you’ll make is choosing your care provider. For many families, midwifery care offers a holistic, personalized approach to pregnancy and childbirth. But what exactly is midwifery, and how can a midwife support your birth journey, whether at a birth center or at home in the Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) area? Let’s explore!