By Tonya Russell — 2020
She says attention needs to be paid to ending systemic racism throughout all of Black people’s lives—as well as in their safety in birth. And given Latham’s line of work, that last piece is a topic that’s particularly important to her.
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Bardacke says it is breath awareness that creates the foundation for a mindfulness practice that is key for childbirth.
Research shows that utilizing mindfulness during pregnancy, childbirth, and beyond may actually reduce stress and lessen anxiety. And it may even lead to healthier newborns with fewer developmental issues as they grow up.
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New research suggests that including mindfulness skills in childbirth education can help first-time mothers cope with their fears.
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