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Birth in the Tradition, 123 Baby Lane, Atlanta, GA (2025)

11/05/2025

“Mothering the Mother:African American Postpartum Traditions, Recipes and Healing,” gives the simple things, the natural things, the spiritual things and the cultural things to help new mom achieve a full postpartum recovery, because she deserves it. You find the book helpful for the three areas of traditions, recipes and healing You can preorder now on Amazon by typing in the title and Shafia Monroe’s name. Be the first to have it early February 2026. Book release date is January 27, 2026.
Mama Shafia Monroe is coming to Atlanta Dec. 5th, 6th and 7th ‘25 for her SM Full Circle Doula Training. That’s exciting! What’s more excitement is that Birth in the Tradition is hosting a Book Reading and Review for Shafia Monroe (and you) the evening of Dec. 7th ‘25! Mark your calendars & Save the Date! More details forthcoming!

10/28/2025

This was gifted to me from one of me Apprentices who knows my interest in growing not only organic veggies but also culinary and medicinal herbs! I love this! Thank you ❤️🌿

10/28/2025

Much more goes on in a prenatal visit! I addition to Vital’s, Education is a major component. A typical prenatal visit in a doctor’s office is about 15 minutes, not here! A good 45 minutes to an hour (or more when needed) goes into holistic prenatal caring. Teaching couples ways of insuring a healthy pregnancy, teaching comfort measures for laboring and demonstrating how to work with your body as your baby navigates its journey home in your arms! Prepared Childbirth and Mindfulness works!🤰🏽

10/28/2025

Turning your baby into Optimal Position! If you find that your baby (in utero) is in a breech position, Forward Leaning Inversions can prove to be effective in turning your breech baby into a vertex (head down) position. Babies move a lot throughout pregnancy and sometimes they settle breech.
What do we know about breech presentation?
Breech presentation simply means that a baby’s feet or buttocks are positioned to come out first during birth, rather than their head. Breech positioning occurs in 25% of babies prior to 28 weeks, but by 32 weeks, that number shrinks to 7%, and it’s even lower by the time delivery occurs. A breech baby is always a possibility for pregnant moms, so knowing your preferred plan well before delivery is helpful. A word of CAUTION:
CONTRAINDICATIONS OR MEDICAL CONSIDERATIONS TO PERFORMING INVERSIONS

While the FLI is a helpful tool, it is not beneficial for everyone! You should NOT perform this inversion if: You have high blood pressure (HBP) during pregnancy or are at risk for stroke
You have heartburn (avoid performing right after eating to reduce heartburn)
You have high amniotic fluid levels
Your baby is not growing at the expected rate (IUGR/FGR)
Your baby moves frantically (consult your provider if this is the case)
Your placenta is anterior or bleeding
You’re experiencing uterine pain (consult your provider if you are!)
You have a respiratory or sinus infection and the pressure is uncomfortable
You’ve been diagnosed with glaucoma
You try it and experience pain
You just don’t want to! 🤰🏽

10/23/2025

The Birth Justice Origins Project is almost here. -

This work isn’t about creating something brand new, it’s about honoring the 15+ years of struggle, love, and vision that built the birth justice movement, and lifting up the communities and organizations who carried that vision forward. Too often, our history gets erased. This project is about making sure that doesn’t happen.

On October 23rd, we’ll share the official launch. But right now, you can pre-register to walk with us as we bring these stories and lessons forward.

Birth justice has always been rooted in Black midwifery, community, and collective care. The Origins Project is here to keep those roots strong so the movement can keep growing.

✊- Register today!

09/25/2025

Preparing for birth holistically involves addressing your physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. Here are some holistic approaches you might consider: Education, Nutrition, Physical Activity, Breathing Technique’s, Massage and Bodywork. Consider prenatal massage or Acupuncture. Build a strong supportive village of family, friends, or a doula. Emotional support can be crucial during pregnancy and labor.. Create a birth plan that outlines your preferences for labor and delivery. This can help communicate your wishes to your healthcare team.
Incorporate mindfulness practices into your routine. Techniques such as journaling, meditation, or spending time in nature can enhance your emotional well-being. Use essential oils for relaxation or to create a calming environment. Lavender, chamomile, and ylang-ylang are popular choices. Spend time bonding with your baby through gentle touch, talking, or playing music. This can enhance your emotional connection and reduce stress. By integrating these holistic approaches, you can create a supportive environment for yourself and your baby as you prepare for the birth experience. Join Maternal Wellness Hikers this Sunday at 9:30 am at Arabia Mountain as Haydee Salas (Budding Midwife) talks about ways you can help manifest the birth you want. See you bright and early!!!!

09/25/2025

What an amazing birth we had this opening! Birth Mama’s, Birthing Babies and the Power of Birth itself never ceases to amaze me, even after 40 years of witnessing the Miracle of Life! VBACHB2! Blessings family and birth team!!!

09/06/2025

Lead Hiker and I trekked along the trails at Sweet Water Creek this morning to make certain the grounds were inviting. Along with a pair of good hiking shoes/boots, bring along a support person and or a walking stick for support. Support is so necessary during pregnancy, childbirth and postpartum! If you don’t have sturdy or reliable support, the Welcome Center sells some very nice one and of course the floor of the forest has plenty. Sometimes help and support is right in front of our eyes and we overlook them. Recognize where your support is! Bring your support to the hike with you too!!!!!

09/06/2025

WE ARE ON!!!!!!! Come on out and join Maternal Wellness Hikers this Sunday! That’s right, meet us this Sunday at 9:30 am for a Early Autumn Hike at Sweet Water Creek State Park. This is our Lunch and Learn among the Midwives. So bring a friend (expecting or postpartum), your partner, children (no strollers) and the four legged ones. We will give out complimentary Prenatal Kits for your Maternal Wellness. Meet us at 9:30 am in front of the Welcome Center. We will be finished with the days adventure by 1:00 pm! See you then and there!!!!

09/05/2025

We hear you and so we are doing just what you’ve asked!! We will have our large bag of Talkin’TrailMix available for sale!!! Iron Rich Apricots, Dates and Raisins. Cacao, Pumpkin Seeds, Protein Rich Almonds, Cashews, Walnuts, Pecans, Sunflower Seeds, and a new addition to the blend this seasons, Elder Berries! This delicious blend of dried fruits and berries & nuts and seeds are a healthy, tasty snack providing you with the nutrients needed. We hope you enjoy our mix of love!!!!

09/04/2025

WE ARE ON!!!!!!! Come on out and join Maternal Wellness Hikers this Sunday! That’s right, meet us this Sunday at 9:30 am for a Early Autumn Hike at Sweet Water Creek State Park. This is our Lunch and Learn among the Midwives. So bring a friend (expecting or postpartum), your partner, children (no strollers) and the four legged ones. We will give out complimentary Prenatal Kits for your Maternal Wellness. Meet us at 9:30 am in front of the Welcome Center. We will be finished with the days adventure by 1:00 pm! See you then and there!!!!

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