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The International Childbirth Education Association (ICEA) is a professional organization that supports educators and other health care providers who believe in freedom to make decisions based on knowledge of alternatives in family-centered maternity and newborn care.

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Five Reasons Why You Should Use a TENS Unit During Labor
Using a TENS unit during labor offers a drug free option to pain relief. The word TENS is short for transcutaneous electric nerve stimulation which involves the use of low current electrical currents to treat pain.
Author: Allison Winter
Posted: June 30, 2022, 8:00 am
Open Doors
It may take time to see the fruits of your labor, but when you do, it makes the work worth the effort. Look around. Do you see any open doors?
Author: Allison Winter
Posted: June 23, 2022, 2:37 pm
Maternal Early Warning Signs
As with maternal deaths, many cases of maternal morbidity can be avoided. How can we, as Childbirth Educators and Doulas, address this issue and provide the best care to clients and their families? The answer is two-fold: education and follow-up.
Author: Allison Winter
Posted: May 31, 2022, 7:38 pm
How did I get here? Are you Next?
I am the current ICEA Board Treasurer. It’s hard to believe but this is my fourth and final year in this role. It’s been a blast. That said, I was an unlikely candidate. When I started my first term, I had never been on a board, and I was a new ICCE. To quote one of my favorite songs, “How did I get here?” 
Author: Allison Winter
Posted: May 10, 2022, 5:14 pm
ICEA in Kyrgyzstan
Cultural differences may seem to divide us, but the underlying care and concern for our families is one of those universal considerations that draws us together.
Author: Allison Winter
Posted: April 29, 2022, 2:09 pm
The “Missing Piece” Of Childbirth Education
Everyone has a unique microbiome. This is a microscopic ecosystem of bacteria, viruses, fungi and other microorganisms that live on and in us. The vast majority of these microorganisms are either harmless or actually beneficial to human health.
Author: Allison Winter
Posted: February 23, 2022, 2:24 pm
Nestle Into Your Nursing Nest
Building a nursing nest in the early-to-middle part of the third trimester can be a special ritual in preparing for baby and breastfeeding. The early preparation helps moms immensely, especially for those early days after baby’s arrival when babies typically nurse frequently and moms feel exhausted.
Author: Allison Winter
Posted: January 8, 2021, 9:00 pm
Reducing Fear in Expecting Families During COVID-19
Childbirth educators are in a unique position to help families reduce and manage fear because we are experts in the three E’s: Education, Empowerment, and Encouragement.
Author: Allison Winter
Posted: December 31, 2020, 7:10 pm
Two Beautiful Children’s Books To Use In Your Classroom
Both of the these books are a good resource in any childbirth educator’s library. The books could also be sent home with parents who are wanting to encourage an understanding to older siblings.
Author: Allison Winter
Posted: December 18, 2020, 6:42 pm
Teaching Safe Sleep
When it comes to safe sleep, it’s not enough to teach expectant parents the important concepts. Today’s parents must be able to address all the aspects of safe sleep with their own parents--and aunts and grandparents and any other older adult who may be caring for the baby.
Author: Allison Winter
Posted: October 9, 2020, 6:00 am

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The duration of spontaneous active and pushing phases of labour among 75,243 US women when intervention is minimal: A prospective, observational cohort study

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Following a Mediterranean-style diet during pregnancy may reduce the risk of preeclampsia

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If you are seeking crossover doula certification, we have a special limited time offer until July 20, 2022. ICEA now offering a doula fast pass recertification at a deep discount for enrollment and exam fee. Our organization has been certifying birth professionals for the past 60 years and is considered a leader in the field. ICEA has been recognized for insurance reimbursement by TriCare military, Medicaid, and other insurance companies. Join our strong community to enhance your work with families. ... See MoreSee Less

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