HABIC contributor, Ruth Greene’s family created this fun video about what to remember during Quarantine. Enjoy! And stay healthy!
Having a baby can be hard, especially in a foreign country. I’ve been there. After birthing my first two children at Qingdao Women and Infants Hospital, I went on to help friends in similar situations. In 2014, I took it a step farther to begin training as a DONA International Doula. It is my joy to help expats achieve an enriching and fulfilling birth experience, right here in Qingdao. 5 Tips For Giving Birth Abroad
Ruth’s 5 Tips for Giving Birth Abroad: Tip #1: Know Your options Tip #2: Keep open dialogue with your partner Tip #3: Appreciate your host culture Tip #4: Use the Internet wisely Tip #5: Build your community Watch the video…
Pregnant after Miscarriage in China
Ruth is 20 weeks pregnant and discusses the feelings surrounding being pregnant after miscarriage. (Youtube video)
Five Weeks after the Miscarriage
Five weeks after her miscarriage, Ruth has more reminders of the fact that she’s not pregnant any more and it’s a hard reality to face. (Youtube video)
Shopping for Clothes in China
Ruth goes on a mission to find some new clothes in China. It’s not as easy as she thought it would be. (Youtube video)
Importance of Exercise
Ruth is outside getting some exercise with some friends. Exercise is excellent for the mind and body. If you’re pregnant, be sure to check with your doctor to see which exercises you should do. (Youtube video)
Appreciating the Relationships I Have
Ruth talks about appreciating the relationships that she has – especially with her husband – in the aftermath of having a miscarriage. (Youtube video)
Reminders of a Dream Lost – Ruth Vlog
Ruth stumbles upon mementos that suddenly propel her back to the pain of having a miscarriage. (YouTube video)
Seeing the Fetus after Miscarriage – Ruth Vlog #16
Ruth talks about what it was like to see the fetus after she miscarried. (Youtube video)
3 Things I Hate Post Miscarriage – Ruth Vlog #15
As Ruth continues her grieving process since the miscarriage, she describes 3 things that she hates. (Youtube video)
Taking Time For Yourself – Ruth Vlog #14
It’s important to take time for yourself after a traumatic event. Grief cuts out the margins to be able to handle the daily bumps. (Youtube video)
Let’s Talk Practical about Miscarriage Part 3 – Ruth Vlog #13
Ruth finishes talking about her experience with having a miscarriage in China. She also brings up some of the questions she had for the doctor about 2 weeks after the miscarriage. (Youtube video)
Downer Day – Ruth Vlog #12
Ruth discusses feeling down. Is it the result of lingering hormones from the pregnancy? (Youtube video)
Let’s Talk Practical about Miscarriage Part 2- Ruth Vlog #11
Ruth shares some of the meds involved with a miscarriage and her personal experience with it. (Youtube Video)
Let’s Talk Practical about Miscarriage – Ruth Vlog #10
One week since the miscarriage, Ruth talks about some practical aspects of the miscarriage. Packing, how to deal with the fetus, things to pass the time. (Youtube video)
Being Alone – Ruth Vlog #9
Being alone is one of the hardest aspects for Ruth after the miscarriage. (Youtube video)
The Baby’s Name – Ruth Vlog #8
Ruth shares the name of the baby and how it came to be.
What does Normal Look Like? – Ruth Vlog #7
Getting back to the routine is both necessary and heartbreaking after a miscarriage. (Youtube Video)
Family Reactions – Ruth Vlog #6
Ruth explains some ongoing symptoms that she’s experiences and talks about how each member of her family is reacting to news and experience. (Youtube Video)
Conflicting Emotions – Ruth Vlog #5
Ruth has conflicting emotions of relief, pain, emptiness, and thankfulness after her miscarriage. (Youtube Video)
Transparent – Ruth Vlog #4
Ruth decides that she’s going to be transparent about the miscarriage process. This is a common enough problem that few people are able to talk about. Hoping it can help others. (Youtube video)
No Heartbeat – Ruth Vlog #3
Ruth’s suspicions and fears about the health of the baby are unfortunately confirmed. Doctors confirm that there is no heartbeat for the baby.
“Concerns” – Ruth – Having a Baby in China – Vlog #2
I woke up to some concerns about the baby. I’m going in for a doctor visit at 13 weeks to check it out.
Ruth – Having a Baby in China – Vlog #1
We’re pretty stoked to have our friend Ruth, living in Qingdao, post her 1st vlog to our site! She’s 12 weeks preggers and looking at her options for having a baby in Qingdao. Hope you enjoy!
