Today, we’re talking all about the pros and cons of cervical exams during labor. If you have a uterus, you are already familiar with cervical exams. Your cervix plays a vital role during pregnancy and labor.   This topic was recently covered on my podcast, Rock Your Birth. You can watch the episode on YouTube below. […]

  Coping with Early Labor Contractions – Rock Your Birth Podcast Ep 2   Welcome to Rock Your Birth, the podcast that helps you step into motherhood feeling confident, calm, and empowered. I’m your host, Cassandra Huneke, a certified pregnancy health coach, birth educator, and doula. Today, we’re going to talk about coping with early labor […]

  Welcome to my new podcast – Rock Your Birth! The first episode is Birth Planning 101.   I’m so excited to bring my new podcast to you. Each week, I’ll share tips and evidence-based information, interviews with experts, and birth stories from real moms to help you have a confident, calm, and empowered birth […]

Congratulations, you’re expecting! The first trimester of pregnancy is an exciting and sometimes nerve-wracking time filled with numerous changes and new experiences. In this article, I’ll guide you through what to expect during the first trimester of pregnancy, from physical and emotional changes to important prenatal care considerations.   Understanding the First Trimester   The […]

Crafting a birth plan is a pivotal step towards achieving the birth experience you desire. As a birth doula and educator, I understand the importance of comprehensive preparation to empower women on their journey to motherhood. So I’m sharing my tips to create the ultimate birth plan for first time moms.   When I was […]

This might surprise you, but the majority of my birth doula clients have their babies in the hospital. Most of them are not dead set on a natural birth, but they still want to avoid unnecessary complications, have the support they deserve, and are looking for guidance in navigating labor in the hospital. I’ve heard […]

A lot of things can throw labor off track. So here are my top favorite ways to help your labor progress. Imagine this – your labor has been progressing bit by bit and you feel ready to go to the hospital. You arrive and are admitted at 4-5cm. The nurses are monitoring your contractions and […]

Have you ever heard of someone not tearing during birth? It’s possible! Here are three ways to prevent perineal tearing during birth.

While a missed period is the most obvious sign of pregnancy, here are 11 other early signs of pregnancy.