Birth Choices: Interview with Homebirth Midwife Marcy Tardio | Model Behaviors

Birth Choices: Interview with Homebirth Midwife Marcy Tardio

Marcy Tardio, CNM, LM is a licensed homebirth midwife in New York City, and has been practicing for over twenty-five years. She and Hannah recently got together to discuss the process of choosing a care provider for birth.

HH: Marcy, can you briefly explain the difference between an ObGyn (Obstetrician/Gynecologist) and a midwife?

MT: An ObGyn is a medical doctor. They are skilled at surgery, and providing high-risk care, but often they do not have experience with what normal looks like. Read More “Birth Choices: Interview with Homebirth Midwife Marcy Tardio” >

Fact vs. Myth: Pregnancy | Model Behaviors

Fact vs. Myth: Pregnancy

Finding out you’re pregnant is life changing! Not only because of what’s to come but also because of the ways you alter and change your lifestyle during your pregnancy. There are so many differing options, old wives tales, medical recommendations, and personal opinions that it’s hard to sift through what’s fact and what’s myth when it comes to what you should do when you’re pregnant.

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Gift Ideas for New or Expecting Moms: Part Two

Check out Part One for great ideas for pre- or post-birth services for new or expecting moms!

For those of you who would love to give something tangible or send something in the mail, here are my five favorite items that you can wrap and ship!

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Gift Ideas for New or Expecting Moms: Part One

Do you have pregnant or new moms on your gift-giving list this holiday season? Are you stumped trying to come up with ideas that are both unique and useful? I’m happy to help!

Here are my top five unique gift ideas in the service category to give expecting families at any time of the year. Read More “Gift Ideas for New or Expecting Moms: Part One” >

Fact vs. Myth: Conception

We have all heard numerous stories and misconceptions from one another about conception and fertility. I would like to help you gain some more clarity so you can discern what’s FACT and what’s MYTH.

These are the top three topics that I am asked about most often.

“Do I have to worry about getting pregnant when I’m on my period?”

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