Healthy Birth of Rochester

Healthy Birth of Rochester Healthy Pregnancy classes help teach women how to stay healthy and low risk during pregnancy, labor, and birth. It can be accessed at www.healthybirth.net.

Healthy Birth of Rochester offers classes and information to assist pregnant people in having more positive, healthier birth experience, by teaching them how to stay healthy and low risk during pregnancy, labor, and birth. Full Childbirth Education classes in the Bradley Method® of Natural Childbirth, taught by a certified childbirth educator, are available for those who desire a natural birth and a thoroughly trained partner. Our Web-Site now offers easy access for those who are internet savvy, and
provides links to other pertinent sources, and samples of some of our published articles. Community Referral services and information on childbirth related topics are available through Rochester Birth Network at www.rabn.org. Services in consultant research, writing and lectures are also available. Topics include: pregnancy nutrition, exercises, how to stay healthy and low risk, relaxation techniques, deep abdominal breathing, natural labor/comfort techniques, pros and cons of medical interventions, Midwifery, Home birth, emergency situations, breastfeeding, newborn care, postpartum, and more.
“There is a better way!”
“Healthy babies, healthy Moms, and a positive birth experience!”

Amy V. Haas, BCCE (Bradley Certified Childbirth Educator) , offers Bradley Method Natural Childbirth Classes, a 25 hour, 10-week course, in Fairport, New York . Over 80% of women with proper education, preparation, and the help of a loving and supportive coach can give birth naturally, with little or no intervention. The Bradley Method encourages mothers to tune into and trust their bodies, using deep abdominal breathing, relaxation, nutrition, exercise and education. Amy has gone through intensive training, studied with Dr. Tom Brewer, and is required to re-affiliate each year. She has taught the Bradley Method for the past 26 years and her extensive experience and resources ensure a "healthy baby, healthy mom, and a positive birth experience". Call or email Amy for more information and dates of classes, at 585.425.7105 or avhaas@rochester.rr.com . Visit www.healthybirth.net or www.bradleybirth.com to learn more about the Bradley Method.

Note that the absolute risk for fetal demise with a true knot in the cord is actually .023%.  https://www.thieme-connect...
12/15/2025

Note that the absolute risk for fetal demise with a true knot in the cord is actually .023%.


https://www.thieme-connect.de/products/ejournals/abstract/10.1055/a-2553-9200?device=mobile&innerWidth=411&offsetWidth=411&fbclid=IwVERDUAN-At5leHRuA2FlbQIxMABzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAwzNTA2ODU1MzE3MjgAAR5olPlT4tnXXFGBF5kdFZKYF1nYOeUS4G1fZQGKwZbx1KAmyQsd-YrFUh_8pw_aem_HXSQSv2DI33iio78cm8qYg

American Journal of Perinatology, Table of Contents Am J Perinatol 2025; 42(15): 2006-2012DOI: 10.1055/a-2553-9200 Original Article Adverse Perinatal Outcomes Associated with True Knot of the Umbilical Cord: A Multicenter Retrospective Study Authors Maayan Bas Lando   * 1   Department of Obstetr...

12/11/2025

Are you an expectant father who has navigated unexplained infertility and IVF?

A doctoral student at Adler University is seeking participants for a research study exploring the experiences of men in heterosexual relationships who used IVF to conceive their first child after a diagnosis of primary infertility due to unknown factors.

If you meet the eligibility criteria and are open to sharing your story, your voice can help deepen understanding and support for others on similar journeys.

📌 Recruitment ends: 12/19/2025
🔗 Learn more at https://loom.ly/zOb_Wn0
📞 Contact: Rebecca Lustig | rlustig@adler.edu | 502-594-8084

From Dr. sarawickham.com : "A study which compared ultrasound, maternal, and clinical estimations of fetal weight in wom...
12/11/2025

From Dr. sarawickham.com :
"A study which compared ultrasound, maternal, and clinical estimations of fetal weight in women with a BMI of 35 or more at term (Sgayer et al 2025) found that women's estimates of their baby's weight were just as likely to be accurate as the ultrasound estimate.

This is just one of the studies that I mention and link to in this month's Birth Information Update; a free, monthly resource which helps keep midwives, doctors, birth workers, educators and others up-to-date with new research and thinking in pregnancy and birth.

if you're not on our list and would like to be, you can sign up at https://www.sarawickham.com/saranews

link also in bio

I. Sgayer, Y. N. Francis, N. Ashkar-Majadla, et al., “ Three Methods of Fetal Weight Estimation Compared in Women With BMI ≥ 35 kg/m2 at Term—A Prospective Observational Study,” Birth (2025): 1–6, https://doi.org/10.1111/birt.70041.

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12/11/2025

Year-end routines can get messy, which isn’t ideal for a young nursling but can actually help when you’re weaning a toddler or older child. If you have an infant, keep them close and nursing through the holiday chaos. Remember, you can never offer too often! If you’re weaning, let the extra distractions and schedule changes work in your favor.

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12/11/2025

In labor, your body and your baby deserve respect—and so do **your rights** 🤍

Informed consent means you have the right to clear information, to ask questions, to understand risks and alternatives, and to give or refuse permission for any procedure. Consent is not a one-time moment—it’s an ongoing conversation throughout labor and birth.

Knowledge is power. Save this, share it, and remember: *you* are an active decision-maker in your birth.

One of many conversations we have in Bradley classes 😁
12/10/2025

One of many conversations we have in Bradley classes 😁

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