This website is an informational and service oriented website dedicated to the
education, support and empowerment of women of all ages and lifestyles.

In loving memory of my eldest son, Ricky
Birthed into my loving arms, February 1971
Returned to our Earth Mother, August 1987

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MOONDRAGON'S REALM OF SERVICES & INFORMATION

MoonDragon Birthing Services Information

Holistic HomeBirth Midwifery Services
Nutritional Counseling
Natural Childbirth Education & Preparation
Reiki Therapy
Maternity & Postpartum Home Health Care
Notary Public - Massachusetts Commission
Pastoral Services - Pagan, Wiccan


Note: Although I have retired from providing active midwifery services after 30 years as a midwife to homebirthing clients, I still offer information and support for birthing parents, midwifery apprentices and medical students through the information I provide on these pages. It was time to pass the torch on the the younger generation of midwives.

MoonDragon's Goth-Pagan-Wiccan Fashions: Custom Made Baby Clothes & Layette Items

MoonDragon's Custom Made Birth Kits

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MOONDRAGON'S BIRTH STORIES

WaterBirth Story in 100 Pictures
(This isn't our client, but has some excellent photos of at-home waterbirth)

BirthDiaries.com: Real Births, Real Photos
(Has some great birth stories with photos submitted by various individuals)

MoonDragon's Homebirth Story: Aidan's Homebirth

MoonDragon's Homebirth Story: Alisha's Homebirth

MoonDragon's Homebirth Story: Ella's Homebirth

MoonDragon's Homebirth Story: Fawn's Homebirth

MoonDragon's Homebirth Story: Keith's Homebirth

MoonDragon's Homebirth Story: Larissa's Homebirth

MoonDragon's Homebirth Story: Maia's Homebirth

MoonDragon's Homebirth Story: Randy's Homebirth

A nice family portrait with my own babies: 1984-85. I'm the blonde mom (my blonde phase.. I look so young and thin in this picture!) Son, Ricky, age 14 (he was killed in a car accident 2 years later) Daughter, Rio, age 12 (my midwifery helper since age 9) Son, Robert, age 10 (my daredevil) Son, Ryan, age 6 (my first homebirth baby) Son, Randy, age 3 (my last homebirth, born on my 30th birthday) Dupris Family Pictures

Me today in my grandmother phase... Wearing my clown nose (I pack this in my birth bag) I am a Patch Adams fan of the Gesundeit Institute).

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Celebrating 15th Website-Online Anniversary 1996-2011

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MoonDragon's Pregnancy Information & Survival Tips

American Greetings - Cards for Greetings - New Baby
Aromatherapy in Pregnancy
Articles About Midwives
Baby Shower Games & Activities
Birth Method Choices
Birth Supplies & Customized Kits
BreastFeeding Preparation
Choosing A Birth Attendant
Comfort Suggestions During Pregnancy
Comfort Suggestions During Labor
Comfort Suggestions After Delivery (PostPartum)
Complications
Concerns About Pregnancy
Fathers & Pregnancy
Filling Out A Birth Certificate for Homebirths
Fun Stuff & Shopping
HomeBirth Safety
How To's
Health
Humor - Pregnancy & Birth
Kegel Exercises
Layette Suggestions & Baby Stuff
Links
Pediatrics
Relaxation & Meditation Techniques
Shopping for Maternity Wear
Shopping for the New Baby - Obtaining a Layette

OTHER HELPFUL RESOURCES

Health & Wellness Issues
Lifestyle Issues
Medical Procedures & Technology
ObGyn Information & Discussion
Breastfeeding Information & Links

MoonDragon's Birthing Guidelines Index

Practice Guidelines
Risk Factors
Transfer Criteria
Emergency Procedures

DESCRIPTION OF A MIDWIFE

Description of a Midwife - What Is A Midwife?

Description of "What is a Midwife?...", "What do Midwives do?...", " Why a HomeBirth?... And a wonderfully humorous description of "Midwife" submitted by Ivy White from the "Fensende Midwives e-mail list" (printed with permission).

MOONDRAGON'S HEALTH & WELLNESS INFORMATION

MoonDragon's Health & Wellness: Nutrition Basics Index

MoonDragon's Nutritional Therapy Index

MoonDragon's Nutritional Analysis Index

MoonDragon's Nutritional Diet Index

MoonDragon's Nutrition Information Index

Nutrition Information
Nutrition Guidelines - Client Handout
Diets - Regular & Special
Food Analysis
Nutritional Therapy
Food Additives
Recipes

HELPFUL PRODUCTS & FURTHER EDUCATION

Prescription for Nutritional Healing: The A-To-Z Guide To Supplements
-- by Phyllis A. Balch, James F. Balch - 2nd Edition

Prescription for Nutritional Healing: The A-To-Z Guide To Supplements
-- by Phyllis A. Balch, James F. Balch - 4th Edition

Prescription for Herbal Healing: The A-To-Z Reference To Common Disorders
-- by Phyllis A. Balch



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MoonDragon's Obgyn Womens Health Information by Subject Order

Abortion
Anemia
Conception
Contraception
Disorders
Graphics
Menopause
Pediatric
Pregnancy
Procedures

Conceivex Conception Kit
Using The Conception Kit™ Instructions
& Ordering Information

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MoonDragon's ObGyn Womens Health Information Index by Alphabetical Order

Health & Disease Issues
Lifestyle Issues
Medical Procedures & Technology
This section has pages covering various women's health, contraception, obstetric & gynecological issues, dietary & nutritional guidelines, and more. These pages may contain basic information, risks, complications, procedure descriptions & post procedure care instructions. I am trying to include alternative therapies and suggestions, whenever possible, and links to other resources. Also included are the "Guide to Lab Tests" and "Guide to Exams & Medical Procedures". This will be an ever-expanding, interlinking, informational site.

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MoonDragon's Health Index Page

Health & Disease Issues
Lifestyle Issues
Medical Procedures & Technology
This section has pages covering various health issues. I am trying to include alternative therapies, nutritional recommendations and suggestions, whenever possible, and links to other resources. This will be an ever-expanding, interlinking, informational site.

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MoonDragon's - When am I Due? Pregnancy and Ovulation Calculator

MIDWIFERY, PREGNANCY & BIRTH
Information, Links & Webrings

Informational & Organizational Links

Midwifery organizational resources for Massachusetts, New England Region & United States. Included are links to birthing & educational supplies, e-mail discussion lists, online newsletters, educational opportunities, and a wealth of valuable birthing information for parents and professionals.

This site in The AlternaMoms Unite! WebRing is owned by Leather Dupris MoonDragon Birthing Services.  Previous    Previous 5 Sites Skip Previous  Random Site Next Next 5 Sites Skip Next List Sites   Want to join the ring? Find out how!

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MOONDRAGON'S BREASTFEEDING INFORMATION & CHILDCARE LINKS

MoonDragon's Breastfeeding Support Index

Breastfeeding information, support, links & web rings for nursing mothers and moms-to-be.

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MOONDRAGON'S HELPING HANDS ASSISTANCE INFORMATION

MoonDragon's Helping Hands Page

Helping Hands offers information about postpartum (after birth) care and help for new moms and their families, regardless of birthplace. Sometimes a new baby can be overwhelming and exhausting.

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MOONDRAGON'S PARENTING INFORMATION & LINKS

MoonDragon's Parenting Page

Parenting information, support, links & web rings for moms, dads and their families.

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MOONDRAGON'S WEBRING

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This is a Woman-Friendly Service & Informational Website. The content, products, and/or services provided by this website portray women in a positive, non-sexist manner and the business does not discriminate against it's employees and/or clients/customers on the basis of gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, appearance, or size.

MoonDragon's Nutrition Information Index

MoonDragon's Health & Wellness: Nutrition Basics Index

MoonDragon's Health & Wellness: Therapy Index

MoonDragon's Nutrition Therapy Index

MoonDragon's Alternative Health Information Index

MoonDragon's Aromatherapy Information Index

MoonDragon's Health & Wellness Index

MoonDragon's ObGyn Womens Health Information Index by Subject Order

MoonDragon's ObGyn Womens Health Information Index by Alphabetical Order

MoonDragon's Main Indexlisting

MoonDragon's Home Page

MoonDragon's Keyword Search Engine Website Search Engine Find What You Need to Locate!

MOONDRAGON'S REALM - WEBSITE DIRECTORY A website map to help you find what you are looking for on MoonDragon.org's Website. Available pages have been listed under appropriate directory headings.