“Walking” Epidurals
• August 3, 2010 • Leave a CommentPosted in Becoming A Doula, Informed Consent
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Endorphins – The Body’s Natural Narcotic
• July 17, 2010 • 1 CommentPosted in Becoming A Doula, Breastfeeding, Informed Consent, Natural Alternatives, Parenting, Postpartum
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