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Monday Mantra: Centered + Peaceful
| Posted on May 15, 2017 at 9:00 PM |
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 Meditation: Moxie Midwifery This has grounded me so well lately. It's a great validation that I really have all I need to handle life's ups and downs...because as sure as the tides rise and fall, just as the waves crest and break...so moves the rhythm of life. It has been a great comfort to remember that I do not have to do it alone. Part of the "all I need" are the friends, allies, and resources that can be called in to help when it all gets to be too much. I can call a friend for a heart-to-heart talk, I can call a family member to come help when I can't make it to all the places I need to go, there are tremendous resources available to us online. Maybe a group in which to ask a question, a reliable webpage to use as the beginning of some research, or a phone call to a trusted care provider...the "all I need" is there if I am willing to admit I don't have all the answers and I don't need to do it all by myself. What are some of your favorite resources? |
Monday Mantra: Radiantly Beautiful
| Posted on April 17, 2017 at 3:33 PM |
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 "I am radiantly beautiful, and my baby is too." Source: Moxie Midwifery+Meditation I love this affirmation. You can be beautiful, and then there is radiantly beautiful. Pregnancy, especially a first one, is potentially full of moments when we are trying to accept the physical changes that are taking over our body. There is no way to stop them, they just are. In fact, they must be in order for the Sweet Pea inside of us to grow and change and be ready to meet us earthside. If like me, you dreaded watching your body grow bigger than it ever had before, take a moment to breathe in the fact that you are growing a new human, and that you are still YOU. Look in the mirror and find one small thing that is radiantly beautiful about this process. If you are feeling good about all the changes, keep rocking it, mama!! Breathe in the radiance and shine it out. To all the mamas out there: You are radiantly beautiful. May 20 - August 19, 2017 Saturday evenings at 6:00 pm Willow Midwife Center for Birth and Wellness Mesa, AZ Disclaimer: The material included in this blog post is for informational
purposes only. It is not intended nor implied to be a substitute for
professional medical advice. The reader should always consult her or his
healthcare provider to determine the appropriateness of the information for
their own situation. Krystyna and Bruss
Bowman and Bowman House, LLC accept no liability for the content of this site,
or for the consequences of any actions taken on the basis of the information provided. This blog and related videos contain information about
our classes available in Chandler, AZ and Payson, AZ and is not the official
website of The Bradley Method®. The views contained in this video and on our
blog do not necessarily reflect those of The Bradley Method® or the American
Academy of Husband-Coached Childbirth®.
Birthing From Within and Bradley
Method® natural childbirth classes offered in Arizona: convenient to Chandler,
Tempe, Ahwatukee, Gilbert, Mesa, Scottsdale
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Inside Look: Meditation for Mama Circle
| Posted on April 13, 2016 at 10:09 AM |
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 April's "Inside Look" feature is an amazing new service available to all pregnant mothers in Maricopa County, Arizona. It is offered by the midwife at Moxie Midwifery, Jennifer Hoperich. The circle meets in Tempe, conveniently located off the I-10 freeway and Warner Road. We have had the pleasure of experiencing Jennifer's amazing work in meditation. In a perfect world, every mama would be able to attend at least one of her Meditation for Mama circle sessions. Tell me about the meditation circle - what's
the intention? Who can attend? The intention of the circle is to provide a safe and
nourishing space for pregnant women to learn about and practice meditation as
well as to deeply connect with their babies, themselves, and
each other. All pregnant women are welcomed into the circle,
regardless of when, how, where, or with whom they are birthing. What are the benefits of meditation? How is it
beneficial during pregnancy? We know that any physical symptom or disease that stress causes or exacerbates can be alleviated by meditation. This includes high blood pressure, anxiety, insomnia, etc. Meditation assists with all of these, inducing better sleep, allowing for higher satisfaction with life in general, increasing patience and focus, and improving relationships with friends, family and coworkers. These benefits can certainly be appreciated and enjoyed in pregnancy. In addition, it is my personal belief that babies who receive
the benefits of the mamas meditating have a head start in life. When they
have been bathed with “happy hormones” from the beginning that becomes a baby’s
baseline, their “norm.” If this can continue into their birth process, all the
better! As they learn and grow, and as they seek out a partner and an
occupation, if they have safety, LOVE and harmony as their foundation, that is
what they will seek out. The aim of Meditation for Mamas is not just
peace and calm now. The aim, quite literally, is world peace, one human
being at a time. Peace on Earth begins with birth. In addition
to the health benefits mentioned, pregnant mamas getting together create
community. And community is essential to a happy and healthy pregnancy
and postpartum period.  Are there any contraindications during pregnancy? The
only contraindications would be for women who have been diagnosed with a
serious mental illness in which periods of sustained self-reflection could be
harmful, such as Multiple Personality Disorder or Schizophrenia with active
psychosis. Women of all abilities and mobilities are welcomed. Meditation
can be done seated in a chair, on the floor, or even lying down. What is your favorite aspect of this kind of group? I
love the permission in the space to just "be". And, I love
seeing mamas taking the time to connect with their babies without any
distractions. What would you say to someone who is thinking about joining and has never done meditation before? There
is absolutely no experience necessary! We cover the basics of meditation,
including relaxed breathing, at every class. Some participants meditate every
day, while others only meditate during class. Pregnancy is the perfect time to
start new healthy habits. It's often a time where mamas start eating more
organic foods, exercising more regularly, and taking better care of themselves
overall. Adding in a meditation routine during pregnancy not only
benefits the woman and her baby, but also everyone else in her life... her
other children, her spouse, coworkers, etc. And, we know that it typically
takes 21 days to build a habit. So, once women are meditating regularly
in pregnancy, they are much more likely to be successful in continuing the
practice, after they give birth. And, children who witness their parents
meditating are more likely to pick it up themselves. So, it's a win for the
entire family! When and Where do you meet? How much does it cost? What does a mama need to bring/wear to be comfortable? We
meet at Moxie Midwifery, 8400 S. Kyrene Rd. Ste. 120 Tempe, AZ 85284, every
Monday at 6:30pm. The group is free, and participants are encouraged
to bring a water bottle, a favorite pillow, and a blanket. And, all of
those things are also provided, if they forget!  Is there anything else our readers should know about meditation or the mama circle? Meditation
is a powerful de-stressing and balancing tool that is helpful to and accessible
by all people, all walks of life, all demographics, all socio economic
categories, and all religions. I am excited to share it with pregnant
mamas in the Valley! For
more information about Moxie Meditation you can click the links below: HERE IS A VLOG FROM LAST YEAR THAT I SHARED AFTER A MEDITATION SESSION WITH JENNIFER - SHE IS AMAZING!! Disclaimer: The material included in this blog is for informational
purposes only. It is not intended nor implied to be a substitute for
professional medical advice. The viewer should always consult her or his
healthcare provider to determine the appropriateness of the information for
their own situation. Krystyna and Bruss
Bowman and Bowman House, LLC accept no liability for the content of this site,
or for the consequences of any actions taken on the basis of the information provided. This blog contains information about
our classes available in Chandler, AZ and Payson, AZ and is not the official
website of The Bradley Method®. The views contained in this video and on our
blog do not necessarily reflect those of The Bradley Method® or the American
Academy of Husband-Coached Childbirth®.  |