Mary, the Eucharist, and Breastfeeding in the Church

"Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God." Matthew 5:8 Is it appropriate for mothers to breastfeed their infant in public?...

Is Birth Supposed to Be "Empowering"? - A Christian Perspective

During a recent virtual consult with a young mother, she and I briefly discussed the idea of birth as "empowering" and what that means....

The Sacred Birth That Can Transform Our Own

We 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...

Our Lady of Childbirth - Patroness of Birthing Mothers

In the Basilica of Sant'Agostino in Rome there stands near the entrance a towering statue of the mother of Jesus. This representation of...

Our Lady the Doula

The fourth week of Advent is here (already!). As we near Christmas the reading from this past Sunday and today focus on Mary's conception...

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