Mary HaseltineIs Birth Supposed to Be "Empowering"? - A Christian PerspectiveDuring a recent virtual consult with a young mother, she and I briefly discussed the idea of birth as "empowering" and what that means....
Mary HaseltineThe Sacred Birth That Can Transform Our OwnWe approach Christmas and much of the world pauses, if just for a moment, to recognize one holy birth. Be it imperfectly or even a far...
Mary HaseltineOur Lady of Childbirth - Patroness of Birthing MothersIn the Basilica of Sant'Agostino in Rome there stands near the entrance a towering statue of the mother of Jesus. This representation of...
Mary HaseltineOur Lady the DoulaThe fourth week of Advent is here (already!). As we near Christmas the reading from this past Sunday and today focus on Mary's conception...