Relevant birth and medical information to assist families in making the best healthcare decisions for themselves.

Artificial Oxytocin Induction
The easy answer to a Pitocin or Syntocinon induction is even though it’s an artificial induction with artificial oxytocin you would think “it’s the same

Birth Rites and Traditions Around the World
Anthropologists tell us, and we generally agree, that important life passages are more easily assimilated when accompanied by a ceremony or ritual, a rite of

Birth Choices in Austin- what is right for you?
Today we have more choices than ever about how we birth. We have the option of using a doctor or midwife for our practitioner. We

OMG, did you just cut off a third of my baby’s blood supply?
Your baby has just been born. Would you let someone draw their blood and remove 30% of their blood volume? I became a midwife before
Lisa Houser
I have been in the medical field for over ten years. I keep my continuing education up-to-date to stay current with any changes and with

Why Induce Labor?
Labor Induction : Why Labor is Induced Labor induction is a procedure which is done to ensure you go to labor in the first place

Why Have a Homebirth in Austin?
Why would a woman choose to have a homebirth ? Isn’t it for those who don’t have the health insurance and therefore can’t afford to

Natural Iron Supplements for Low Iron in Pregnancy
Iron Supplements Low iron in pregnancy is a common problem for pregnant women. If you find yourself with low iron during pregnancy, you will want

Austin Natural Childbirth Tips
What You Should or Shouldn’t Do If You Want to Have a Drug-Free Childbirth Having a natural childbirth can be quite a challenge nowadays whether