Jacqueline GeorgeAug 6, 20235 minWild West Birth: What Is The Future Of Midwifery In Wyoming?I received an email from an out-of-state student midwife today. She is finishing her degree in her current location and weighing whether...
Jacqueline GeorgeFeb 14, 20232 minTo My Postpartum Body on Valentine’s DayIt has taken me two years to begin to see the beauty in my postpartum body. That vision is still a work in progress, but every day it’s...
Jacqueline GeorgeAug 17, 20221 minThe Three Rs of ChildbirthPenny Simkin most famously described the 3 Rs of Childbirth as “the essence of coping in labor.” While a conscious effort can be made to...
Jacqueline GeorgeAug 13, 20221 minThe Placenta: Our Very First Birthday CakeA little bit of fun placenta history for you! The placenta is such a beautiful, sacred organ with its own energy and life force. It used...
Jacqueline GeorgeJul 30, 20222 minThree Tips for the Immediate PostpartumIf you only remember three things for the immediate postpartum period, remember these: 1) No Chatting: keep conversations quiet and to a...
Jacqueline GeorgeJul 30, 20222 minThe Monkey & The Fish: Navigating the Birth Support Role & Helping Without HurtingWhen we attend births, we witness a wide spectrum of emotions and experiences. Sometimes, it can be hard to watch someone as they appear...
Jacqueline GeorgeMar 6, 20222 minWhat Happens When I’m 10 Centimeters Dilated?Once your cervix reaches full dilation, you still may not be “ready” to push. A few things are happening even after you reach 10...