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 Bradley Natural Childbirth 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.

Not sure if Bradley classes are the right choice for you? Read on!
03/14/2026

Not sure if Bradley classes are the right choice for you? Read on!

Determine if Bradley Childbirth classes are the right ones for you to take during your pregnancy. Lean about the benefits of a thorough childbirth class.

I can't believe I'm only a month away from starting the next Bradley natural childbirth series in the Rochester/ Fairpor...
03/14/2026

I can't believe I'm only a month away from starting the next Bradley natural childbirth series in the Rochester/ Fairport New York area! It starts April 14th. Email me for more information: ajvhaas@gmail.com

Empowering Women & Families Through Childbirth Education

From microbiome courses: "New Study: Breastfeeding for 6 months linked to children with higher IQ, improved reading & ma...
03/13/2026

From microbiome courses:

"New Study: Breastfeeding for 6 months linked to children with higher IQ, improved reading & math ability, stronger fine motor skills and better conversational abilities. So why don’t we support it more? 👇 👇 👇

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QUICK SUMMARY:

Researchers from the University of Bristol UK looked at links between breastfeeding for 6 months and 373 neurocognitive outcomes from infancy to late adolescence.

11,337 UK mothers and babies were included in the study.

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THE RESULTS:

Children breastfed for 6 months:

- Scored higher on verbal, performance and total IQ at ages 8 and 15 years old (mean gains of approx 4.1-5.1 IQ points)

- Had improved fine motor skills pre-school

- Increased reading ability

- Had better performance in mathematics on both teacher and national assessments

- Had improved speed development

- Had improved pragmatic conversational abilities at age 9 years old

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Interesting findings (at least to me):

Children who were breastfed for 6 months were
- More likely to be right-handed
- Less likely to be hyperactive

The study was by Goulding N et al, Published in Nutrients in August 2025.

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MY TAKE-HOME MESSAGE

If breastfeeding for 6 months is linked with children with improved IQ and improved ability in reading, mathematics and speech, we need to do MUCH MORE to support those who want to breastfeed!

That means - more funding for, and more access to, lactation consultants and other trained breastfeeding professionals and peer supporters.

And more funding for human milk research.

What do you think?

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WANY MORE?

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🎓Learn from 8 top University Professors

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FREE 5 day online event. Join us to celebrate the science of human milk. Learn from 8 top University Professors.

"To sum up, a study that at first glance appears to show hospital birth to be the safer option actually found that newbo...
03/12/2026

"To sum up, a study that at first glance appears to show hospital birth to be the safer option actually found that newborn outcomes were similar between groups. What’s more, adverse maternal outcomes were more common with planned hospital birth. Chief among these was a major increase in cesarean delivery, a difference that makes planned community birth—provided the labor is at low risk and attended by a qualified birth attendant—much the superior option."

If you’re interested in the question of the safety of home or birth center birth, this month’s Resource Library article is for you! Yet another US study has been published in a prestigious journal that appears to conclude that hospital birth is safer—until you look closer. Read the article to find out what it really found.

https://hencigoer.com/safety-of-home-and-birth-center-birth-redux/?utm_source=facebook

03/12/2026

Background: Despite concerted efforts to improve diet quality and reduce malnutrition, micronutrient deficiencies remain widespread globally, especially in l...

03/11/2026

From the first latch, hospitals 🏥 can help mothers to breastfeed by providing empathetic advice, and practical support.

All hospitals should have trained midwives, doctors and nurses who can support mums and babies in their breastfeeding journey.

Henci Goer does a great job at disseminating research ☺️
03/11/2026

Henci Goer does a great job at disseminating research ☺️

A close look at new research on home and birth center safety—and how bias and missing context can distort comparisons with hospital birth.

03/10/2026

Is baby getting enough milk? 🤱

Parents often worry about milk supply, but there are several reliable signs that baby is feeding well.

Frequent feeds, hearing swallows, adequate diaper output, weight gain, and a content baby after most feeds are all encouraging indicators that baby is getting the nutrition they need.

Every baby is different, but these signs can help reassure parents in the early days of feeding.

Save this for reassurance or share with a new parent who may need it 🤍

03/10/2026

Big conversations about better birth outcomes are happening in Rochester. 💜

I’m excited to be part of the Doula & Doc Collaborative, a panel bringing together doulas and OB-GYNs to talk about what real collaboration can look like in birth spaces. When providers and doulas work together, families win.

If you’re a birth worker, student, provider, or an expecting parent who wants to understand the support available to you—this conversation is for you.

Come listen, learn, and be part of building more respectful, supportive birth experiences in our community.

📍 Phyllis Wheatley Library
📅 March 21, 2026
⏰ 11 AM – 2 PM
🎟 Free event (register with the QR code)

Bring a friend, bring your questions and share this with a friend!

03/10/2026

You can’t spoil a newborn 💙

Newborns are biologically wired to need closeness, responsiveness, and frequent care. Their brains are still developing, and they rely on caregivers to help regulate things like heart rate, temperature, stress hormones, and emotions.

When babies cry, they’re communicating, not manipulating. Responding to those cues helps build secure attachment, which research shows supports emotional regulation, confidence, and independence later in life.

Holding your baby, feeding on demand, and responding to their needs are not “bad habits.” They’re part of normal infant development.

Connection in the early months lays the foundation for security later.

Save this post for reassurance and share it with a new parent who might need the reminder. 🤍

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