Maritza Gonzalez - Childbirth Educator & Doula

03/04/2024

07/19/2023

Most twins do not need to be born via cesarean section. Period. You have choices and deserve explanations when those choices are resisted.
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We need to normalize photos like this and take fear out of twin birth!
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Link in bio for one of my blogs about a birth center twin birth.
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07/16/2023

𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐨𝐧 𝐛𝐢𝐫𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐧𝐨 𝐦𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧.⁠
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In Hypnobabies, you become educated about the benefits, risks and alternatives to common birthing interventions. They are called Birthing Choices because consenting to one, or not, is completely your choice. This information is important since in a normal, physiological birth, each intervention can easily cause yet another one. Enjoying an easier, more comfortable birth using hypnosis can become more challenging with each intervention that occurs, and there are often more risks involved for you and baby.⁠
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An intervention may be necessary, but we are referring *here* to most births, which when left alone, will progress well without the common, unnecessary, automatic interventions that have become the normal way of “managing” childbirth.⁠
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Remember that when you are being proactive about your pregnancy, birthing and baby care choices, there are nice ways to say everything, and being assertive does not mean that one becomes rude or treats medical providers with disrespect. 💕⁠
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Here is one scenario of the Domino Effect, as an example.⁠

07/16/2023

My baby and I are working together in perfect harmony.

07/14/2023

Hold the mother, not the baby.⁣
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Because the baby’s being taken care of—⁣
fed, snuggled, and given all the love in the world—⁣
by not only the mother,⁣
but her partner, grandparents, siblings, cousins, and friends.⁣
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But the mother,⁣
may have gaps in her mind from lack of sleep,⁣
may be mechanical in her motions as she’s healing,⁣
may feel more like a mess than a mother,⁣
may be sitting in bed, crying, feeling overwhelmed in her body and life,⁣
may be full of mom guilt because in her mind, "she's not good enough,"⁣
and she’s bleeding, wincing in pain, swollen and emotional.⁣
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And the mother’s that baby's whole world and needs to be seen, so she doesn't disappear into that postpartum fog.⁣
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So, hold the mother, not the baby.⁣
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A mother agrees that her baby matters more.⁣
But she’s hurting, while she’s the person behind the baby,⁣
in the background, making it all happen:⁣
feeding her baby at all hours,⁣
snuggling her baby close to comfort newborn cries,⁣
and being that baby’s everything.⁣
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So, it’s the mother who needs your love.⁣
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And a mother will remember who held her up.⁣
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So instead of “I’m coming to see the baby,”⁣
try saying, “I’m coming to see you 𝘢𝘯𝘥 meet the baby, too.”⁣
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Because the mother needs to be held more.⁣

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07/02/2023

06/03/2023

The journey of motherhood. 💕⁠
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“If you look deeply into the palm of your hand, you will see your parents and all generations of your ancestors. All of them are alive in this moment. Each is present in your body. You are the continuation of each of these people.”⁠
— Thich Nhat Hanh⁠
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This beautiful piece of art was created by !⁠

Prints available at her shop: https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/TarnEllisArt

04/23/2023

Only a few spots left!!

Enroll now in my Hypnobabies Childbirth Class and Experience a Calm and Comfortable Birth!

Are you pregnant and preparing for the arrival of your little one? Do you want to have a calm and confident birth experience? If so, then Hypnobabies is just what you need!

My 6-week class series will empower you with the tools and techniques to have a peaceful and comfortable childbirth. With Hypnobabies, you'll learn self-hypnosis techniques to release fear and tension, allowing your body to work naturally during your birthing experience.

During the class series, you'll also learn the latest evidence-based information on childbirth and your options, helping you make informed decisions about your birth experience. You'll also receive a comprehensive childbirth education curriculum, including pregnancy exercise recommendations and nutrition information.

Enrollment for my next Hypnobabies Childbirth Class Series is now open and starts on May 28th.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to prepare for a beautiful and gentle birth experience. Register now to secure your spot!

Connect with me at https://maritzagonzalezmsw.com/contact/

04/21/2023

What is the evidence for Skin-to-Skin care after a C-section? Can I have skin-to-skin care with my baby in the operating room after a Cesarean?