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  • Happy Father’s Day

    Happy Father’s Day

    This is my AMAZING dad- what an inspiration you have always been and are today, my love for you grows with each day! I am sending a deep bow of respect to all the dads who have attended my Mindful Birthing classes, all those who’ve attended prenatal visits, and Fathers everywhere. In challenge and in…

  • Finding Sweetness

    Finding Sweetness

    Locums travel brings me to places where there is a need. In this recent assignment in Danville, Illinois, I made friends, I took care of patients, and was touched by their stories…and I picked the sweetest strawberries I’ve ever tasted.

  • Mindful Birthing, Mindful Everything

    Mindful Birthing, Mindful Everything

    On the 10th Anniversary of the book, a new curriculum for Childbirth Education is flourishing- Happy Birthday “Daisy!” I wake up reflecting on the blissful 10th anniversary celebration of Nancy Bardacke’s offering to the world, held on July 10, 2022, and her wish for the world and the world’s children. She informed the worldwide community…

  • STIs happen to all, so we haven’t got time for the shame

    STIs happen to all, so we haven’t got time for the shame

    Teen Summer Workshops ‘Let’s Talk about Sex.’  Because of COVID-19, we all have a better understanding of viral infections, and how Every Body is at risk for exposure.  What do COVID and HPV have in common?  Why are Pap testing guidelines changing?  How can we destigmatize infections and learn how to stay healthy and connected? …