Hospital Birth: What to Expect
The vast majority of births in the United States occur in a hospital. A hospital birth offers…
10 Tips to Mentally Prepare for Motherhood
There is so much focus during pregnancy on the physical side and on getting ready for your…
Prenatal Testing in the Second Half of Pregnancy
Prenatal testing in the second half of pregnancy is a different conversation than the testing offered earlier….
Prenatal Testing in the First Half of Pregnancy
Prenatal testing starts the moment you find out you are pregnant and continues throughout your entire pregnancy….
How to Relieve Constipation During and After Pregnancy
About one in three pregnant women experiences constipation, and it becomes even more common after birth. It…
Gentle Cesarean and Evidence-Based Options for a Family-Centered Birth
A gentle cesarean, also called a family-centered cesarean, involves adjustments that shift a cesarean from a standard…
What to Expect in a Cesarean Birth
A cesarean birth is among the most common surgeries in the US, with about one in three…
Understanding Ultrasound During Pregnancy: Safety, Accuracy, and Your Options
Ultrasound during pregnancy is one of the most common tools your care provider uses to monitor your…
Navigating Morning Sickness During Pregnancy
Morning sickness is one of the most common symptoms of pregnancy, affecting up to 80% of expectant…
Vaginal Tears During Birth: Prevention, Healing, and What to Expect
Vaginal tears are one of the most common parts of birth that expecting mothers are not prepared…
Body Image During Pregnancy and After Birth
Your body goes through a greater physical transformation during pregnancy than at any other time in your…
The Science Behind Eating Dates to Prepare for Labor
Can eating a specific fruit in your final weeks of pregnancy actually change how your labor goes?…
What Every New Mom Should Know About Postpartum Mood Changes
Many expecting mothers skip past information about postpartum mood changes, assuming it won’t apply to them. Especially…
Lifting Weights and Strength Training During Pregnancy
Strength training offers significant benefits for physical and mental health, but many expecting parents wonder whether lifting…
Prenatal Yoga: Benefits, Safety Research, and Pose Modifications
Many studies demonstrate the benefits of yoga during pregnancy, including shorter labor and improved newborn outcomes. The…
Cardio Exercise During Pregnancy (Running, Walking, Swimming, and more)
This episode takes a deep dive into cardio exercise during pregnancy, including walking, running, swimming, cycling, and…
What the Evidence Says About Exercise During Pregnancy
Recommendations for exercise during pregnancy can feel confusing, especially when advice sounds restrictive, outdated, or inconsistent. Rather…
Making Sense of Food Cravings and Aversions During Pregnancy
Pregnancy cravings and aversions are common symptoms during pregnancy. While it may be fun to make jokes…
What You Need to Know About Recent Vaccine Schedule Changes
The CDC recently made significant changes to the childhood vaccination schedule, prompting widespread coverage and discussion. Vaccines…
How Accurate is Your Due Date?
One of the first things you do when you find out you are pregnant is to determine…
A Practical Guide to Creating Your Birth Plan
A birth plan is a document that outlines your preferences for labor and what happens immediately after…
Going into Birth with Confidence
It is completely normal to feel nervous about giving birth, especially with so many unknowns about how…
Q&A: Worried About Pooping During Labor?
There are many things that can happen during pregnancy and birth that might feel embarrassing in other…
Getting Sick During Pregnancy and Finding Safe Relief
Getting sick can feel especially tough when you’re pregnant. Unfortunately, during pregnancy, you’re more vulnerable to illnesses…
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