Conscious Woman of the Month

As a liberal Democrat in a Republican-dominated state legislature, Senator Rupert faced many challenges. While in office, she focused her energies on services for women and children, access to health care and education, the environment, prison reform, civil rights for minorities, the lesbian/gay/bisexual/ transgendered community, hate crimes, and crisis intervention for youth.
Recent Blog Posts
I am a one of the “Strong Moms” (Trademark, Abbott Laboratories)
June 8, 2009 By Raquel Lazar-Paley 3 Comments
Although I had a home birth and have never taken my new son to a doctor’s office, I somehow managed to be targeted for the “Strong Moms” (TM) campaign. The initial mailings were generic take-care-of-yourself promotions, with cute images of babies and healthy-looking women. I honestly could not figure out what they wanted from me. [...]
A Father and Son Dialogue / Intactivism / Circumcision in Israel
January 7, 2009 By Raquel Lazar-Paley 9 Comments
A bit of humor, courtesy of my husband, Jacob: Father: “Son, what do you think about being circumcised?” Son: Father: “OK, we won’t do it to you.” Son: Thank you for your wonderful and supportive congratulatory messages! I have received so many fabulous congratulatory notes and emails on the announcement of Gabriel’s birth. I had [...]
Recorded Programs

Water Birth and Lotus Birth
The most exciting ideas in obstetrics come from the women themselves. Water Birth and Lotus Birth are grass roots innovations that have endured for decades. Learn about the safety and beauty of these birth practices. One of Gloria Lemay's … [Read More...]

Vaginal Birth After Cesarean (VBAC)
Women who choose to have a VBAC will have emotions and fears about giving birth that are justifiably heightened. She and her partner will require more time and patience than your other clients. This program focuses on advanced planning … [Read More...]

Childhood Vaccination: Questions All Parents Should Ask
The issue of childhood vaccinations is quickly becoming "the" health issue of the 21st century. As the number of children with autism, juvenile diabetes, allergies, asthma, learning disorders, ADD/ADHD and other chronic illnesses reaches epidemic … [Read More...]
Resources
The Environment
This list is currently being compiled. Check back soon or join our mailing list for notice of updates. VIDEO: The Girl Who Silenced The World for 5 … [Read More...]
Vaccination
Recommended Reading: Coulter, Harris and Fisher, Barbara, A Shot In the Dark {pullquote}Attend a live online workshop series with Tedd Koren, D.C., … [Read More...]
Birth Control & Fertility
Scroll down for a list of books and online resources! Tracking Your Personal Ovulation Pattern for Fertility by Gail … [Read More...]
Childbirth “Humor”
Monty Python Birth Scene (from YouTube) The Obstetrician Song (mp3) … [Read More...]
Cesarean Prevention and VBAC Support
Books and Online Resources Cesarean Voices (an International Caesarean Awareness Network publication) Wainer, Nancy, Silent Knife: Cesarean … [Read More...]
Pain in Labor / Painless, Drug-Free Childbirth
Dick-Read, Grantly, Childbirth Without Fear Mongan, Marie, Hypnobirthing: A Celebration of Life Buckey, Sarah, M.D., Pain in Labour: Your Hormones … [Read More...]
Sexual Abuse History/Childbearing Women
Simkin, Penny and Klaus, Phyllis, When Survivors Give Birth: Understanding and Healing the Effects of Early Sexual Abuse on Childbearing … [Read More...]
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