Source: Positive Birth Movement: The group making labour less traumatic for women across the world | The Independent

Source: ‘What do new mothers do all day?’ – Motherly

Note from Robin Jones-Tropiano:  Do ask your OB or midwife about seeding!  Many have read the research, are in favor, and will help facilitate.

Source: We need to start nourishing mothers – Mouths of Mums

Source: Giving Birth In Yogaland

Source: Breast-Feeding Lowers Mom’s Breast Cancer Risk: Study

Source: 5 Nutrients Breast-feeding Moms Should Not Miss | For Parents | US News

These images give new meaning to the miracle of life.

Source: 14 Raw Photos That Celebrate What Giving Birth Actually Looks Like

The International Association of Professional Birth Photographers has announced the winners of their 2017 contest, and the photos they chose show the struggles mothers go through to bring new life into the world, and the sheer joy that follows.

Source: 10+ Powerful NSFW Photos From The 2017 Birth Photo Competition Prove That Moms Are Badass | Bored Panda

The program, which is set to go into effect on January, 1 2018, would provide 12 weeks of paid leave to employees who seek to take care for a new child, a close relative with a serious health condition, or relieve the pressures created when a family member is called to active military service.

Source: Governor Cuomo announces New York’s Paid Family Leave law – Story