Healthy Birth of Rochester

Healthy Birth of Rochester Healthy Pregnancy classes help teach women how to stay healthy and low risk during pregnancy, labor, and birth. It can be accessed at www.healthybirth.net.

Healthy Birth of Rochester offers Bradley Natural Childbirth classes and information to assist pregnant people in having more positive, healthier birth experience, by teaching them how to stay healthy and low risk during pregnancy, labor, and birth. Full Childbirth Education classes in the Bradley Method® of Natural Childbirth, taught by a certified childbirth educator, are available for those who

desire a natural birth and a thoroughly trained partner. Our Web-Site now offers easy access for those who are internet savvy, and
provides links to other pertinent sources, and samples of some of our published articles. Community Referral services and information on childbirth related topics are available through Rochester Birth Network at www.rabn.org. Services in consultant research, writing and lectures are also available. Topics include: pregnancy nutrition, exercises, how to stay healthy and low risk, relaxation techniques, deep abdominal breathing, natural labor/comfort techniques, pros and cons of medical interventions, Midwifery, Home birth, emergency situations, breastfeeding, newborn care, postpartum, and more.
“There is a better way!”
“Healthy babies, healthy Moms, and a positive birth experience!”

Amy V. Haas, BCCE (Bradley Certified Childbirth Educator) , offers Bradley Method Natural Childbirth Classes, a 25 hour, 10-week course, in Fairport, New York . Over 80% of women with proper education, preparation, and the help of a loving and supportive coach can give birth naturally, with little or no intervention. The Bradley Method encourages mothers to tune into and trust their bodies, using deep abdominal breathing, relaxation, nutrition, exercise and education. Amy has gone through intensive training, studied with Dr. Tom Brewer, and is required to re-affiliate each year. She has taught the Bradley Method for the past 26 years and her extensive experience and resources ensure a "healthy baby, healthy mom, and a positive birth experience". Call or email Amy for more information and dates of classes, at 585.425.7105 or avhaas@rochester.rr.com . Visit www.healthybirth.net or www.bradleybirth.com to learn more about the Bradley Method.

Best gift ever ( from a student) 😄 Thank you to the King family ❤️ 🤣
05/02/2026

Best gift ever ( from a student) 😄
Thank you to the King family ❤️

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04/30/2026

Hello Midwifery supporters! (& Pottsdam NY people)

We hope you are all doing well! Just a quick reminder that the amazing documentary Arrest the Midwife, which features our NYCPM founders, is playing TODAY (Thurs 4/30) in NYC and SATURDAY in Potsdam, NY. We look forward to seeing you there!

Arrest the Midwife documentary showing in NYC on Thursday April 30th @ 3p - by donation: Screening: Arrest the Midwife · Luma
526 Hudson St, New York, NY
Sponsored by Mobilize Maternal Health Coalition

Arrest the Midwife documentary showing in Potsdam on Saturday May 2nd @ 6p - SUNY Potsdam Kellas Hall 105
(Last building in the row behind the high rise administrative building. Parking in lots on either side of physical plant buildings)
Sponsored by North Country Baby Blessings; SUNY Potsdam Sociology Department; and NYCPM

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I love that there's support for those who wish to re- lactate!
04/30/2026

I love that there's support for those who wish to re- lactate!

We focus a lot on normal course of breastfeeding in our content, so it feels worth repeating that we support ALL families who desire to feed their child human milk. Looking for specialized support in your walk with inducing lactation? We have a Facebook group for that! DM us for more information.

[Image: Photograph of an infant wearing a light blue onesie and orange headband looking directly at the camera and smirking. Text: We welcome those inducing lactation.]

Cool stuff!
04/30/2026

Cool stuff!

A new study from the PACE Consortium found associations between breastfeeding and differences in DNA methylation patterns in children. In simple terms? Breastfeeding may influence epigenetic signaling, the tiny chemical markers that help regulate how genes are expressed.

Not changing DNA itself.
Not “rewriting genes.”
But potentially influencing how the body reads and uses them. 🤯

Think of DNA as the body’s instruction manual. Epigenetic marks are more like sticky notes telling the body which instructions to emphasize, quiet down, or respond to differently.

Human milk contains:
🧬 miRNAs
🧬 stem cells
🧬 hormones
🧬 immune factors
🧬 living bacteria and prebiotics
🧬 bioactive compounds scientists are STILL discovering

This is why breast milk has never been accurately described as “just nutrition.” It’s biologically active, responsive, and deeply connected to infant development.

And the wildest part?
Your body makes this in real time. 💛

Study referenced: Caramaschi D, Fernández Barrés S, Casey E, et al. Breastfeeding association with DNA methylation in the Pregnancy and Childhood Epigenetics (PACE) consortium. Clin Epigenetics. 2026.

"The abstract synthesises existing studies rather than presenting new data. Its conclusions depend on the quality of the...
04/30/2026

"The abstract synthesises existing studies rather than presenting new data. Its conclusions depend on the quality of the studies included. That isn’t a problem in itself, but it’s an important fact. The data aren’t new. And, when researchers don’t have new data to share, they may be encouraged to promote their work using tactics that will attract media coverage. "
(Thank you Dr. Wickham!)

Dr Sara Wickham looks at a paper on vitamin K which generated media coverage, and considers the evidence, and the wider issues.

Did you know I can take new students as late as the 3rd class in a Bradley series? I make sure you can make up any miss...
04/29/2026

Did you know I can take new students as late as the 3rd class in a Bradley series? I make sure you can make up any missing information one way or another. With smaller classes I can personalize to a families needs. Otherwise that next series starts August 4th, in the Fairport/Rochester NY area.
Email for more information: ajvhaas@gmail.com
www.healthybirth.net





Empowering Women & Families Through Childbirth Education

What Students say about The Bradley Method of Natural Childbirth from Healthy Birth of Rochester:
04/29/2026

What Students say about The Bradley Method of Natural Childbirth from Healthy Birth of Rochester:

What students say about Bradley Natural Childbirth classes, offered by Healthy Birth of Rochester, in the Fairport, Rochester, and Monroe County areas. Empower yourself with Education!

https://lilynicholsrdn.com/fish-pregnancy/
04/29/2026

https://lilynicholsrdn.com/fish-pregnancy/

Can you eat too much fish during pregnancy? Is fish dangerous to consume due to mercury content? Does the mercury in fish outweigh the benefits to baby's brain development? This research may surprise you.

04/29/2026

A new study of more than 2,000 new mothers receiving support from WIC found that those who were exclusively breastfeeding at one month had significantly lower odds of elevated postpartum depression symptoms, and that was true regardless of whether or not they had planned to exclusively breastfeed.

The study also found that the majority of participants didn't meet their breastfeeding goals, underscoring just how much support matters.

Baby-Friendly designated facilities follow the Ten Steps to Successful Breastfeeding, an evidence-based framework shown to help families meet their feeding goals. Because when new parents get the support they need, the benefits extend well beyond feeding, to their emotional health and wellbeing too.

🔗Read the study: https://journals.plos.org/plosone/article?id=10.1371/journal.pone.0340269

🔗Learn more about the Ten Steps: https://www.babyfriendlyusa.org/for-facilities/practice-guidelines/10-steps-and-international-code/

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