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Labor & Childbirth

December 8

Is It Time for Baby's Arrival? 4 Frequent Questions on Labor, Answered!

One question we get asked the most: How do I know if I'm already in labor?

Discussing your birth plan with your spouse (or whoever will stand as your birth partner) essential as you hit your seventh month of pregnancy. If you haven't done so, the third trimester is the time to ask your doctor about the signs
Labor & Childbirth

August 2

Childbirth Basics: Your Postnatal Care After a C-Section

Here's what you can expect in the hospital and what you need to do after a C-section.

Many moms hope for a normal vaginal delivery, even if it means going through painful labor pains, because of one key factor: recovery. But not all pregnant women can deliver their babies safely so a C-section may be prescribed by the doctor. It is
Health & Nutrition

July 28

Why the Amniotic Sac and Fluid Are Vital to Your Baby's Health

Did you know the sac is smooth to the touch, but it's hard to pierce through it?

We've been featuring amazing photos and videos of babies being born still inside the amniotic sac, which plays a vital role in your pregnancy. The amniotic sac is the thin-walled membrane that houses your developing baby, the placenta, and the amniotic fluid,
Labor & Childbirth

June 15

Childbirth Basics: Everything You Need to Know About the Placenta

Our expert answers questions you may have about your unborn baby's lifeline inside your womb.

The placenta is your baby's source of nutrients and helps your baby get oxygen from your blood. It helps gets rid of waste like carbon dioxide and performs functions that your unborn baby isn't able to do yet. It also acts as a
Labor & Childbirth

September 28

Childbirth Basics: What You Need to Know About C-Sections

If you want to be prepared for any possible scenario that could happen during childbirth, here’s a walk through of what happens during a C-section.

A cesarean section delivery is rarely a pregnant woman's first choice We know that postpartum care after a C-section is more difficult than recovering from a normal vaginal delivery. You'll also have a more challenging time breastfeeding or caring for your baby

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