Articles by Ami Burns:
Ami Burns, CD(DONA), LCCE, FACCE is the founder of Birth Talk. She is a childbirth educator and doula in Chicago, Illinois. Ami is also an award-winning television and video producer.
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We've all watched movie scenes that show mom's water breaking in the grocery store before dad frantically rushes her to the hospital...
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Birth photos: How low should the camera go?
Are you thinking about having your baby's birth photographed? You know, from down south? Moms share their stories about how extreme... -
How to create a shorter Seder
Young kids have short attention spans during a regular dinner, so we can't always expect them to sit still for a Seder. But with a... -
Ouch! When breastfeeding hurts
Repeat after me: Breastfeeding shouldn't hurt. Ever. A little preparation, help and support goes a long way toward preventing common... -
Boys and body image
When we think about eating disorders in children, we tend to focus on girls. Yet boys have body image issues too. Whether it’s an... -
The sad truth about prenatal depression
You've probably heard about postpartum depression, but did you know women can suffer from depression during pregnancy? Whether you... -
How much social media is too much?
So, your child has a Facebook account, but now she wants Twitter, too. That's not enough — her friends pin their favorite everything... -
Beyond the birds and the bees: Kids and assisted reproduction
It can be daunting enough to talk to your kids about how babies are made the old-fashioned way, but with so many families created by... -
Not now, Mommy's pole dancing
Sexy workouts are all the rage, but should you tell your kids that you're burning calories on the pole? -
No more Asperger's: What it means for your child
When the fifth edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5) is published in 2013, it will no longer... -
Can your parenting style destroy your marriage?
When Mayim Bialik filed for divorce, she released a statement that her hands-on parenting style wasn't the cause. You may be... -
Vaginal rejuvenation: The newest surgery fad for moms?
Moms worry about getting things back to normal "down there" after giving birth, but is cosmetic surgery for vaginas going too far? -
Too busy for childbirth classes? Think again
So, your busy schedule doesn't mesh with the childbirth classes your hospital offers. And other birthing classes offered in your... -
The royal pain of hyperemesis gravidarum
As the world was buzzing about Kate Middleton's hospitalization for hyperemesis gravidarum (HG) — severe morning sickness — in the... -
Do baby monitors really keep babies safe?
Check out any baby supply store, and you'll see a lot of baby monitors touting how safe they can keep your baby — but do they really... -
How co-sleeping can save your baby's life
We've all heard about the dangers of co-sleeping, yet research shows sleeping near your baby can reduce the risk of SIDS and has... -
When grandparents are divorced
"Why are Grandma and Grandpa divorced?" is a tough question, but we have answers. Here's what you need to know about everything from... -
Are smartphones for kids a smart idea?
It seems everyone has a smartphone these days, including young kids. Here are expert tips for deciding if your child should have a... -
Are parental controls worth it?
Whether you block your kids from certain television shows or websites, it's hard to know if they're 100 percent protected from... -
Working moms guide to busy mornings
If you work outside the home, getting yourself — and your kids — ready in the morning can be the most hectic time of day. Follow...
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