Susan Martin
Is Natural Childbirth Really the Goal?
As a Bradley teacher, the families who seek my classes often have the goal of a natural birth. This is a beautiful intention for the...
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January 13 - April 14
Sundays / 3:00 PM
January 13 - April 14
Sundays / 3:00 PM
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Susan Martin
- Feb 24, 2021
- 2 min
Yogurt Custard Pie
Looking for a high protein, nutrient dense tasty treat? Something that could be a snack, a dessert, or even breakfast? Look no further...
Susan Martin
- Feb 17, 2021
- 7 min
My Thoughts on the Loss of the UCLA Midwives
Update 3/1/21: Good news that this decision has been reversed and my class couple have been reinstated into the midwives care. Woot,...
Susan Martin
- Dec 11, 2019
- 4 min
Four Mantras for Parenting
During my second pregnancy I used a phrase I found attributed to Tich Naht Hanh as a mantra for my relaxation practice (I call these...
Susan Martin
- Sep 2, 2019
- 5 min
Breastfeeding Success Begins Before Birth
Some pregnant mothers worry about how breastfeeding will go. They hear a lot of discouraging stories about how hard it is. This can make...
Susan Martin
- Aug 28, 2019
- 4 min
"Coach" - What It Really Means
How would you feel if your partner was absolutely not allowed to be in the hospital with you during your labor and the birth of your...
Susan Martin
- Apr 25, 2019
- 2 min
Cottage Cheese Pancake Recipe - A Solid Protein Breakfast
Getting a good solid protein breakfast is important. Pregnant and lactating women and growing children have higher protein needs. A bagel...
Susan Martin
- Feb 19, 2019
- 2 min
Birth is the Bridge
Birth is the bridge that takes you to the other side. It is not the other side itself, but it connects the two. Birth is the space...
Susan Martin
- Feb 13, 2019
- 4 min
Breakfast Outside the Box
Protein needs increase during pregnancy and lactation. Eating a good breakfast with good protein is a must (and really this is not just...
Susan Martin
- Oct 19, 2018
- 1 min
Birth Inspiration
Arising from the natural forces moving within you during labor, there is a Rainbow. The forces mixed with the light create this. Where...
Susan Martin
- Oct 17, 2018
- 6 min
Do Yourself a Favor - Take a Live Childbirth Class
The age of the internet is truly a marvel. Access to the information available online offers each of us an incredible opportunity to be...
Susan Martin
- Oct 11, 2018
- 1 min
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Susan Martin
- Oct 11, 2018
- 6 min
Continuity of Care: Are You Getting It? Part III - Midwives at Home or Birth Center
What helps a mama to feel at ease during her pregnancy, during labor and birth, and after her baby is born? Yep, it is continuity of...
Susan Martin
- Oct 3, 2018
- 6 min
Continuity of Care: Are You Getting It? Part II - CNM's in the Hospital
All mamas want continuity of care. This is hard-wired as an expectation in women. Once you have chosen a medical care provider, it’s...
Susan Martin
- Sep 24, 2018
- 5 min
Continuity of Care: Are You Getting It? Part I - OB's
I teach a 12-week childbirth education course. Yep, that’s three whole months. Most mamas are well into their second trimester or in...
Susan Martin
- Jul 4, 2018
- 5 min
Freedom and Birth
Happy 4th of July, dear reader! Today is the day we celebrate the birth of our country, the United States of America. We honor our...
Susan Martin
- Jun 12, 2018
- 3 min
Every Teacher Is Different
I started taking Kundalini yoga about six months ago. I’d been longing to attend for awhile, but kept letting my (very long list of)...
Susan Martin
- May 25, 2018
- 4 min
Bradley Classes - A Sound Long-term Investment
I just had a very happy discovery - scrolling through my Facebook feed I found out that one of the families I had worked with during my...
Susan Martin
- May 15, 2018
- 7 min
Why I Teach the Bradley Method
Teaching Bradley® was not a given. I felt a longing to teach childbirth classes after the birth of my second child. And I had always had...
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