The Placenta (part 1)
The Placenta part 1 (this is long but might be interesting). I’m writing about my experience handling and processing the placenta’s of both my daughters. When Lucia was born, I dehydrated and encapsulated her placenta. (I say her placenta because most of the structure grows from fetal tissue which implants …
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Navigating transitions with grace, ease…. and the occasional freak-out
We did it. My family has moved to Denver. I know that may come as a surprise to some of you, and I apologize for not staying in touch. The Cavannas have been engaged in heroic acts of familial re-creation are just beginning to come up for air and reflection. People ask me, …
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The baby’s time in the womb is a third of its life.
Your time in the womb can be considered a third of your life. I can imagine some of you thinking, “that’s crazy”…but its true. Watch the video to find out why.
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Getting over myself in order to be a better Father
I’m beginning to understand that my child doesn’t need ME and MY DEAL very much for her healthy growth. As a parent part of my role is to provide boundaries for her safety, but she is not an empty vessel that I have to fill up with my ideas, preferences and opinions. What she …
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Thoughts on the first month of Fatherhood
*First of all, thank you to everyone who has supported us with food, well wishes, prayers and all sorts of kindness that we never could have anticipated. We are so grateful. May all of your lives be blessed. *Wow. I have been planning and preparing myself for this child for …
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