The thing is, babies really need to be held, closely and securely. And when this is done right, it does feel right! One of the things I often observe in practice is that people struggle to carry around bucket seats with their newborn in it. It isn’t a comfy position for parent or baby! Babies love to be held chest to chest with their heads supported. One of the easiest ways to do this is with a sling. It’s a great way to keep your baby warm, close and supported, and if you’re

Arnica is a wonderful remedy for your birth bag or for your biggest babies (ie. Your spouse!). Arnica is a beautiful yellow flower that grows throughout the mountains west of Calgary. It is actually a poisonous plant if taken orally in large amounts, but the tincture may be used sparingly topically, or more safely, may be used as a homeopathic. In the kits we make for midwives, Arnica is included for use just before and after the birth. Arnica is used for body trauma. It is