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Third Anniversary Party and Fundraiser for The Three Rivers Mother’s Milk Bank

January 6, 2015 By Deena Leave a Comment

We are celebrating our 3rd anniversary with a fundraiser for the Three Rivers Mothers’ Milk Bank Sunday, January 25 1:00 – 4:00 pm Suggested minimum $10 donation per person (cash or check only) 100% of your donation will go to the Three Rivers Mothers’ Milk Bank

Filed Under: Into the Light, Main Blog Page Tagged With: 3rd Anniversary Party, breastfeeding, Breastmilk, Breastpump, Three Rivers Mothers' Milk Bank

Our babies tell us what they need, we only need to listen

December 11, 2014 By Deena Leave a Comment

I believe: Our babies choose us to be their parents. They know that we are the perfect people to raise them in the way they need to be raised. We are a stage of their journey, and they are a stage in ours. Our babies choose their time to be conceived. Whether they are conceived […]

Filed Under: Inspirations, Into the Light, Main Blog Page Tagged With: Baby, Birth, Childbirth, Communication, Emotional State, Expectations, Ideal Birth, Motherhood, Parenting, Philosophy, Pittsburgh, Pregnancy

Pregnant Couples needed to Star in a Movie for Lamaze in January

December 4, 2014 By Deena Leave a Comment

I am so honored that Lamaze International choose Shining Light Prenatal Education to be the site of the filming of their new educational video! Along with three other fantastic Lamaze educators, I will be showcasing my skills in this video. I’d be thrilled if you would join me as participants in this video. We are […]

Filed Under: Inspirations, Main Blog Page Tagged With: Childbirth, Childbirth Education Classes, Lamaze, Media, Pregnancy, Pregnant

Babywearing to make shopping easier

November 17, 2014 By Deena 2 Comments

This is a guest post written by certified babywearing expert, Laura McCarthy. Laura teaches our Babywearing 101 & 102 classes and does private, one-on-one work with expectant and new parents as well. ~Deena As the Thanksgiving holiday approaches, we often spend more time shopping.  It may be grocery shopping for our holiday meals, purchasing gifts […]

Filed Under: Into the Light, Main Blog Page Tagged With: Baby, babywearing, Fathers, Guest Posts, Infant, Laura McCarthy, Motherhood, Mothers, Newborn, Parenting, Shopping

Epidurals: Risks, Benefits and Alternatives for Pain Management During Labor

October 27, 2014 By Deena Leave a Comment

Epidurals may be popular choices for pain relief during labor, however they can come with some big risks (as do all medical interventions). You have choices as far as how you manage the pain or discomforts of labor. The epidural is one out of many options. *cue music* The More You Know!

Filed Under: Into the Light, Main Blog Page Tagged With: Childbirth, Childbirth Education Classes, Coping Skills, Epidural, Interventions, Labor, Lamaze, Pain, Pain Management During Labor, Pregnancy

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