Clik here to view.
Birth Boot Camp’s 2020 Highlights
We know you all agree with us when we say that 2020 has been crazy! We’ve all been stretched to the max and we’ve had to adjust and adapt as current events have continued to unfold over the past year....
View ArticleClik here to view.
What Is The Birth Boot Camp Comprehensive Childbirth Class Series?
It’s Our Most Popular Class! This childbirth class consists of 10 sessions that cover all that you need to know to prepare for your own amazing birth. Below, find out what you will learn each week as...
View ArticleClik here to view.
What is Pitocin?
What is Pitocin? First synthesized around 1953, Pitocin is now commonly used in labor and delivery both to begin or speed labor. It can also be used postpartum to stop excessive bleeding or...
View ArticleCan your water break before labor begins?
A common question many educators, doulas, and care providers receive is, “Can my water (amniotic sac) break before labor begins?” The short answer is, yes. Your amniotic sac can break before labor...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Breaking The Fear, Tension, Pain Cycle
Today we are going to dive into the fascinating topic of the Fear, Tension, Pain cycle during childbirth. Understanding this cycle is crucial as it shows the connection between fear, tension, and the...
View ArticleClik here to view.
7 Tips For Breastfeeding In Public With Ease
Breastfeeding is a beautiful and natural way to nourish your baby. We at Birth Boot Camp wholeheartedly support and encourage breastfeeding on-demand, and sometimes that means nursing in the middle of...
View ArticleConsidering a Home Birth? 6 Tips To Begin Your Journey!
Bringing new life into the world is a profound experience, and the decision to have a home birth can add questions and the desire for more knowledge about the process. While it’s essential to approach...
View Article6 Reasons Why Black Breastfeeding Week Is A Must
6 Reasons Why Black Breastfeeding Week is a Must You might be well-acquainted with the significance of Black Breastfeeding Week, or perhaps you’re new to the scene – either way, we’re here to unveil...
View ArticleBeyond the Swab: Group B Strep (GBS) from Testing to Delivery
Beyond the Swab: Group B Strep (GBS) from Testing to Delivery Expecting a baby is an incredible journey, but it also comes with its share of questions and concerns. One crucial aspect of prenatal care...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Oxytocin: The Hormone of Love, Bonding, and Labor
Oxytocin: The Hormone of Love, Bonding, and Labor What is Oxytocin? Oxytocin is an amazing little hormone. Even if you don’t know what oxytocin is, you probably notice its effects each day. Oxytocin is...
View ArticleDemystifying The ARRIVE Trial
Demystifying The ARRIVE Trial In the birth world, one of the most-discussed topics among expectant mothers and healthcare providers is the timing of labor induction. In recent years, the ARRIVE Trial...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Exploring Epidurals: The Power of Childbirth Education
Exploring Epidurals: The Power of Childbirth Education The U.S. has the highest infant and maternal mortality rates compared with any other high-income country, even though we spend the most on...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Rapid Arrival: A Birth Boot Camp Birth Story
Rapid Arrival: A Birth Boot Camp Birth Story Tiffany’s Birth Story: August 13th, 2022, I woke up that morning just tired of being pregnant (don’t we all at 40 weeks?). I was told my due date was...
View ArticleClik here to view.
5 Reasons Having a Winter Baby is Amazing!
5 Reasons Having a Winter Baby is Amazing! As someone who welcomed tiny miracles into the world in both November and December, I’m here to spill the cocoa on the delightful perks that come with having...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Reduce C-Section Rates: The Power of Childbirth Education
Reduce C-Section Rates: The Power of Childbirth Education The current c-section rate in the United States is 32.1%. There are over 1 million cesarean deliveries each year. It is the most common...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Getting To Know Birth Boot Camp HQ – Cheryl Amelang
Getting To Know Birth Boot Camp HQ - Cheryl Amelang Cheryl Amelang Certification Coordinator Hi! I’m Cheryl Amelang, mama to 6 kiddos, coffee lover, birth nerd, and childbirth educator! I had planned...
View ArticleClik here to view.
10 Things Your NICU Nurse Wants You to Know
10 Things Your NICU Nurse Wants You to Know I have worked in Level IV NICUs for the past decade and have seen hundreds of families go through the experience of having a baby in the NICU. Most people...
View ArticleClik here to view.
4 Ways to Reduce Stress During Pregnancy & Labor
4 Ways to Reduce Stress During Pregnancy & Labor April is Stress Awareness Month, and here at Birth Boot Camp, we’re shining a light on how pregnancy and labor can bring their own unique stresses....
View ArticleClik here to view.
Preeclampsia Awareness: Understanding the Basics
Preeclampsia Awareness: Understanding the Basics May is a special month for raising awareness about a serious condition that affects pregnant women worldwide: preeclampsia. Preeclampsia Awareness...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Birth Resources for Partners
Birth Resources for Partners So much of the available pregnancy, birth, and postpartum information out there is geared toward the women giving birth that sometimes it can be hard to find birth...
View Article