Lauren CasconeNov 16, 20205 min10 Tips For Breastfeeding SuccessAs a former labor nurse, and currently practicing as a certified lactation counselor and certified childbirth educator, I often find that...
Lauren CasconeOct 28, 20205 minEarly Labor: What can I do to cope?Early Labor Length Ahhh, early labor…the most unpredictable phase of labor in terms of length – for first time mothers, especially. Last...
Lauren CasconeJul 23, 20203 minIntermittent and Continuous Fetal Monitoring Options for LaborI wanted to write up a small, basic overview of some of the options for fetal heart rate and contraction assessment during labor, and som...
Lauren CasconeJul 20, 20206 minSurviving Postpartum I wanted desperately that the title of this post be “Thriving, not just Surviving Postpartum.” But the reality is, postpartum and how we ...
Lauren CasconeJun 9, 20205 minAll About Birth Plans What’s a birth plan? A birth plan is a flexible written document communicating to your birth team what your delivery and postpartum prefe...
Lauren CasconeMar 11, 20203 minChiropractic Care During Pregnancy: Is it right for You? Benefits of Chiropractic Care Have you every considered the benefits of utilizing a chiropractor during your pregnancy? According to the ...
Lauren CasconeDec 18, 20195 minNitrous Oxide Use in Labor - Not Just a Laughing MatterNITROUS OXIDE IN LABOR You’ve probably heard of IV analgesics and regional anesthesia (like epidurals) for labor, but have you learned an...
Lauren CasconeDec 13, 20195 minOh the Joy of New Parenthood! Why You may Benefit from hiring a Postpartum Doula. Postpartum Doula Information
Lauren CasconeNov 25, 20196 minA Lesson on Birth DoulasWhat is a Birth Doula? The word doula is of Greek origin, and means "women's servant." Today, a birth doula is best known as a trained pr...
Lauren CasconeNov 5, 20195 minThe Shifts Where My Heart BreaksI'm sure you've read the posts from other labor nurses before...what I'm writing about is nothing that hasn't been said by others. But t...
Lauren CasconeOct 29, 20194 minMaintaining Healthy Nutrition for Mom and Baby During PregnancyMaybe you’re trying to conceive, maybe you’re already expecting, or maybe it’s your 2nd little one on the way, mom brain’s got you in a f...