Syracuse Midwives

**Note** Our campaign illustrations are based on the ACTUAL journeys of three REAL moms. Britt, Keyla and Laura are moms that bravely volunteered to share the...ir stories with us. We thank them for being vulnerable and sharing their truth. We are honored and touched they were willing to share such powerful moments with us. ********** While pregnancy is an exciting time for many women, not every woman enjoys pregnancy. For many women, it can be a scary, uncertain time with filled with unknowns, anxieties, doubts and fears. The unrealistic expectation that a pregnant woman is always excited sets her up to feel guilt and shame. Next time you see a pregnant woman, don’t assume that she is elated. Rather, ask her how she is feeling and how you can support her. Remember, maternal mental health disorders such as depression, anxiety, and OCD **CAN** happen during pregnancy. You never know what a mom-to-be is hiding behind her mask of fake smiles. If you or a mom you know is struggling, ask her how she is REALLY feeling and let her know there is help available. Provide Postpartum Support International’s Warmline: 1-800-944-4773. Share this post if you want others to know that pregnancy isn’t always easy and MMH disorders are real #MakingOverMotherhood #MMHWeek2019 What was pregnancy like for you? Let us know in the comments below. ********** Spanish translation of illustration text: M: ¿Qué estaba pensando/sintiendo antes y durante mi embarazo? Britt: Yo quedé embarazada mediante Fertilización In Vitro un proceso incierto y emocional. Me sentí muy culpable y me resulta difícil emocionarme. La infertilidad opacó la alegría. Keyla: Yo no quería esto, esto no fue planificado. Todo esto es un gran error. El papá no está en mi vida y ahora tengo que vivir con esto. Laura: Quedar embarazada no fue fácil para mí-Yo tengo PCOS. La gestación hasta ahora ha sido buena; ¿pero seré una buen madre? ¿Merezco éste bebé? Me siento egoísta por tener éste bebé cuando hay tanta maldad en el mundo. Translation Credit: Eugenia M. Rodriguez Soto

Dinner tonight with this amazing group of women celebrating Rachel. Excepionally great student who we know will do our profession proud.

Happy World Doula Week to all the amazing doulas we work with!

"Midwives are trained professionals who help women during pregnancy and childbirth. They may also help during the six weeks following the birth, which is known as the postpartum period. Midwives may also help with the care of the newborn. People have been practicing midwifery for thousands of years. They provide personalized care to new mothers in the home, hospital, clinic, or birth center."

Let’s play a game! #psi Alyse Ruriani Design

... the right kinds of music have been proven to improve your mood and reduce pain, which sounds like (see what I did there) a perfect way to enhance your labor and birth!

Dads and other family or friends are so integral to the recovery. Including them in discharge teaching is crucial!

Anxiety and depression are very common in pregnancy and the postpartum period. Having a good plan and support is key.

Maude Callen's work impacted thousands of lives in South Carolina and the rural south. As a nurse and midwife, she shared her knowledge by teaching and training others to bring healthcare to rural communities. American College of Nurse-Midwives #BlackHistoryMonth #WhatMidwiferyLooksLike ... https://timeline.com/maude-callen-rural-south-midwife-black