instinctive birth – placenta services kelowna Sara Spada 2019-02-03T03:41:25+00:00

WELCOME TO INSTINCTIVE BIRTH.

Need a little something for postpartum?

We have been proud to offer Placenta Encapsulation Services in Kelowna and the Okanagan Valley for 5 years,
and have proudly worked on over 220+ placentas!

We are NOW proud to announce that we are permanently partnered with All Birth . Kelowna
to ensure that placenta services continue to be broadly offered and of the highest excellence for all families.

More information can be found on the following Placenta Encapsulation page.

ALL BIRTH . PLACENTA SERVICES

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Kathleen Baker
1617 Pandosy Street
Kelowna, B.C

info@kelownabirth.com
250.317.0400

for anyone preparing for a cesarean birth. for any

for anyone preparing for a cesarean birth. for anyone readying themselves for healing from a cesarean birth. @allbirth_ #kelownabirth
Scroll down to connect with @mommyberrieshealth
C-SECTION PREPARATION AND RECOVERY⁣⠀
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Here are a few ways you can prepare for your upcoming birth out the front:⁣⠀
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1. Educate yourself about what a c-section entails and with what aspects you can have a say in. ⁣⠀
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2. Understand that a pelvic health physical therapist can help you BEFORE birth. Become acquainted with the muscles that are going to be most affected during the birth and postpartum recovery. ⁣⠀
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3. Don't have a plan... but have a plan. Work with a physical therapist to develop an action plan. ⁣⠀
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4. Give yourself time and flexibility to just heal. You don't need to be worried about certain milestones BUT it's always comforting to know where to start and who to reach out to for help when you are ready. ⁣⠀
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@bodynamicspt and I will be hosting a 2 hour LIVE webinar for the benefit of moms who are preparing for or recovering from a c-section. ⁣⠀
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WHEN: July 7, 4-6 pm PST (will be recorded)⁣⠀
WHO: All c-section moms and anyone who works with c-section moms. ⁣⠀
COST: $30 USD⁣⠀
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#Birth #BirthTrauma #Core #CoreExercises #PelvicFloor #PelvicFloorExercises #Prolapse #PelvicOrganProlapse #Vaginismus #Vulvodynia #pregnancyhealth #postpartumlife #postpartumguidance #pelvicfloor #MotherhoodInspired #WellnessMama #PostpartumBody #ActiveMom #Doula #MomLife #PostpartumSupport #ActiveMom #BodyAfterBaby #Pregnancy #CSection #PostpartumSupport #Midwife #RunningMom #MommyBerries

the first look • There is nothing quite as magic

the first look • There is nothing quite as magic as seeing mothers pass through that challenging -takes-all-you-have transformation and then baby comes. We move through constant lessons in pregnancy with trust and surrender and then it comes. meeting baby earthside. there is nothing that can adequately describe witnessing it.
#allbirth #allbirthdoula #homebirth #abetterbirth #abetterbirth #doula #birthkelowna #kelownabirth #infant #birth #skintoskin #newbornappearance #normalizebirth
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📸: jessica_vi_photography beauty 💛

•Nuchal cord • This big beautiful gush. the do

•Nuchal cord • This big beautiful gush. the double nuchal cord. this babe was born with the umbilical cord wrapped twice around their neck. Did you know that this is common and some sources cite this nuchal cord happens in upwards to 35% of babies. It is just moved away from baby’s neck by a skilled care provider. Lots of times if baby has a longer umbilical cord, or has a little extra fluid to move around in, this can help increase the chances of a nuchal cord with your babe wiggling around in there.
This image has such a story weaved in.
Gorgeous 📸: @laurenanddouglas.birth 🙌🏻🙌🏻💯💛
#allbirth #allbirthdoula #abetterbirth #childbirtheducation #allaboutbaby #kelownadoula #kelownabirth #birthkelowna #pregnancy #birth #nuchalcord #doublenuchalcord #amnioticfluid #skintoskin #fetalpresentation #infant

Ohhh the signs or signals that can occur in the da

Ohhh the signs or signals that can occur in the days before labour begins. How soon after having one of these signs does labour begin? There is no magic answer to that question, but the one thing that is really for sure is that when these things start to unfold, your body is doing great work.
Thanks to @labour.nurse.mama for this great visual and explanation
#allbirth #allbirthdoula #abetterbirth #pregnancy #oxytocin #birth #doula #kelownabirth #birthkelowna #birthsupport #birtheducation #midwifery

How do you know if you are approaching labor? What are the pre-signs of labor? The golden question at the end of your pregnancy.⁠ ⁠
Some signs of early labor can come days to weeks before you have your little one swaddled in your arms.⁠
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Being admitted to the hospital without being educated can lead to interventions you might not need. ⁠
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🛎️ You might notice an increased vaginal discharge. ⁠
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🛎️ Those pesky practice contractions called Braxton Hicks may amp up.⁠
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🛎️ You may lose your mucus plug or see a bloody show.⁠
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🛎️Your water might break. This is a definitive sign that you will be having the baby soon.⁠
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🛎️Back pain can be one of the signs of labor. ⁠
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🛎️ DIARRHEA AND NAUSEA BEFORE LABOR Many women experience diarrhea and loss of appetite during the early stages of labor.⁠
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🛎️ Oh! Vaginal pressure. Ask your friends, and it feels as if your girl parts might fall out. ⁠
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🛎️ You may notice your belly dropped, and you can breathe again. ⁠
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🛎️ Don't forget that nesting instinct. It's overwhelming, and sometimes you don't even notice you're doing it until someone points it out. ⁠
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How much do I love the birth ball both in labour a

How much do I love the birth ball both in labour and in pregnancy. 🙌🏻 “BIRTH BALL - a wonderful comfort tool for pregnancy and labour, and encourages a variety of upright positions for a mother.
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During pregnancy, women can trade their chair for a #birthball when sitting at a desk/computer, at the table and even while watching TV 😉 The birth ball can comfort and strengthen a mothers lower back and the pelvis is also more symmetrical and supported. This position can also encourage baby to settle in an anterior position - the ideal position for birth 👌
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During #labour, the birth ball can be used in a number of different ways to provide a multitude of benefits.
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1. SITTING ON THE BALL. This conserves energy by taking the weight off the mothers legs and feet. Most women instinctively start to sway or rock when seated or leaning against the birth ball. This movement helps create a natural rhythm and also encourages pelvic mobility which can help move the baby into an optimal position for birthing. This is great position especially in early labour.
2. LEANING OVER THE BALL. This can relieve back discomfort, encourages rotation of a posterior baby and allows gravity do its thing and assist the descent of baby.
3. SQUATTING. Want to get your baby down? Then squat away!!! Place your ball against a wall, open your legs and come into a squatting position leaning back on the ball for support.
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These are just a few examples of how the birth ball can be used- there are many, many more! They are a great tool for #pregnancy, in all phases of labour and also in the #postpartum period.
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#allbirth #allbirthdoula #abetterbirth #kelownadoula #birthkelowna #kelownabirth #birth #hospitalbirth #birthsupport #doula #birthballbenefits #pregnancy #optimalfetalpositioning #hydrotherapy #oxytocin

#repost @sarahthebadd Riots start because everyth

#repost @sarahthebadd
Riots start because everything else hasn’t been loud enough to cut through the injustice. June is Pride month.
Never forget Stonewall was a RIOT. A riot against police brutality. Marsha P. Johnson, a Black trans woman and Sylvia Rivera, her Latina trans friend initiated the resistance. Many more gay/trans POC joined them in the fight for our right to have space in this world. When we celebrate, it's important to remember and recognize this.

I am forever grateful. I see you and I stand with you all now.
#BlackLivesMatter
#stonewallriot
#humanrights
#civilrights
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Oh I couldn’t resist this. I love it so much, ye

Oh I couldn’t resist this. I love it so much, yes? •
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cred: @unisalad.cf
#allbirth #allbirthdoula #abetterbirth #childbirtheducation #midwifery #birthsupport #verticalbirth #doulasupport

I get asked this pineapple question a lot. and I r

I get asked this pineapple question a lot.
and I really love her moves and her pineapple.
Hint: it is safe to eat pineapple in pregnancy🍍 💯
Also, follow @prenatalnutritionist for great and smart nutrition advice in pregnancy 🙌🏻💯 #allbirth #allbirthdoula #abetterbirth #childbirtheducation
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Have you heard you can’t eat pineapple during pregnancy??⁣
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The core of pineapples contains a protein digesting enzyme called bromelain which has actually been studied quit extensively. ⁣
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It should not be taken as a supplement during pregnancy, but there’s no reason (or research) that shows we should avoid this fruit during pregnancy!⁣
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Most people don’t eat the core of pineapples anyways-⁣
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Happy Nursing Week to all the nurses. I am so than

Happy Nursing Week to all the nurses. I am so thankful for all you do. all the time. for your dedication and knowledge and for being great at supporting women at KGH. Grateful for you all
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This artist created this beauty as a thank you to all the health workers during this pandemic. it seemed especially fitting today. art by @iamfake 🙌🏻🙌🏻 #allbirth #allbirthdoula #nursesweek #internationalnursesday2020

Hey. Happy Mother’s Day to all the new moms, mom

Hey. Happy Mother’s Day to all the new moms, moms-to-be and all of those who are mothers in their hearts.
I’m Kathleen Baker, founder of All Birth and my business provides many things to people in the community but my main passion is being a birth doula. I have had the pleasure of working with a lot of families and though I have supported many many births over the years, every single one of them is unique, and I am obsessed with birth and those babies!!
This image was from one of my last homebirths before taking some time off-call. I am taking some time to focus on my family and to be available for them. I am still booking, I am still scheduling classes. I may be a little slow in my responses. ...............................
This baby!! This family is incredible. So much talent in this family, and love. and beautiful devotion to each other. This mom is strong and fiercely birthed this baby. So much strength and so much wisdom.Love you all and thanks for the journey. You are non-stop amazing. @crystalvanee @malachitemidwives
#covid19 #homebirth #birthdoula #kelownabirth #birthkelowna #doula #doulasupportduringpandemic #birth #midwifery #baby #babygirl #newmom #newmomlife #birthphotography
photo cred: @tracyarmstrongdoula ............................................ and holy moly thank you to @krista.evans.photography for taking on my call. my gratitude for you and our birth community continues to blow my mind and heart 💛 peace and love to you all this mother’s day.

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