Acupressure Points for the Hands - PositiveMed
[Last Updated on March 1st 2014] Western “Acupressure” is coming from the Japanese techniques of Jin Shin Do. In china a similar form of acupressure is developed from a combination of martial art techniques. It involves applying pressure to acu-pressure points through pointing, poking, pinching, knocking, patting and pounding by hand. In China pointing therapy […]
DH made me a labor inducing cake :)*pics*
So im 38 weeks and saw the post for a labor inducing cake, although I'm 38 weeks- it looked delicious and figured I'd give it a try:)( even though hubby made it all) In case you missed it( recipe): Box of devils food cake mix 1 package of instant choc pudding mix 1 12 oz package choc chips 1 cup sour cream -- preheat oven to 350 --prepare cake mix as directions on box says. Stir in choc chips, sour cream and pudding mix. -- grease 2 9 inch round baking pans and pour mix into…
Lemon Drop Cupcakes (to induce labor?)
Raspberry Leaf In Pregnancy For Morning Sickness & Ease of Labor
Raspberry leaf tea has earned a great reputation among doulas and midwives. In folklore it can relieve anything from morning sickness to leg cramps.
· Smiling Bear's 'Nourishing Indulgence' Smoothie
Protect your family, and for their sakes yourself, with this nourishing indulgence. No sugar or sweetener added! ... and not typically needed, as a result of the natural sweetness of the banana and juices. However (though we have found this smoothie quite enjoyable without...), a small amount of agave nectar or local raw honey will satisfy your loved one who has a certain undeniable sweet tooth. The foremost flavor is the the fruit, really. One could start out on this healthy adventure with…
Looking to induce labor? Add 'maternity salad' to the list
A new method of naturally inducing labor is gaining in popularity. For years women have tried spicy food, sex, and exercise, but how many know about the maternity salad? Food blogger Siri Pinter, who also happens to be the girlfriend of Carson Daly, gave the notorious salad a try during her second pregnancy. In early September she wrote: There is a restaurant in Studio City called Caioti Pizza Cafe. On their menu, they have something called the The 'THE' Salad, also known as the Maternity…
Week 39: Ridiculous ways to induce labor
I know my baby boy will come when he is ready yadda yadda yadda… blah blah blah I’ve tuned you out already. Even though I know the above, I find myse…