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Giving birth is a profound and transformative moment in a person’s life. We want you to feel ready and knowledgeable for your labor and baby’s debut! Here you can explore expert advice on topics like vaginal unmedicated and medicated births, C-section births, home births, birth center births, and adoption. Read inspiring birth stories, helpful tips, and essential product recommendations that can support you through this life-changing journey.
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25 Birth Affirmations To Help You Through Your Labor
Here are some benefits of birth affirmations, how to use them effectively, and 25 birth affirmations to try.
Preterm Birth: What Is It and What Are the Risks?
Learn about preterm birth and what can cause it, the unexpected experience of premature labor, and premature babies.
What Is Vernix and Why Is It All Over My Newborn?
Learn about what vernix caseosa is, what benefits it has for your newborn, and what you need to know about this bodily fluid during birth.
What Is a Doula? What They Do and the Benefits of Having One
Hiring a doula during pregnancy, birth, and postpartum has many benefits. A doula answers the most common questions about doula care.
14 Things I Wish I Knew Before My Labor Experience
A nurse midwife shares things about the labor experience that women wish they knew, like what pushing is like and different labor positions.
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Preterm Birth: What Is It and What Are the Risks?
Learn about preterm birth and what can cause it, the unexpected experience of premature labor, and premature babies.
What the Numbers Mean When You Get a Cervical Check
It's important to understand what effacement, dilation and station mean during a cervical check. Learn more here.
25 Birth Affirmations To Help You Through Your Labor
Here are some benefits of birth affirmations, how to use them effectively, and 25 birth affirmations to try.
Emergency C-Sections: When Things Don’t Go as Planned
After her long labor, one woman managed to avoid an emergency C-section. Learn how and what to do - from her personal experience.
What To Wear at a Hospital Birth
There are a lot of options for what to wear at a hospital birth. We're sharing the top birthing gowns, labor and delivery gowns, and more.
A Week-By-Week Guide to C-Section Recovery
A week-by-week guide to C-section recovery to help you better take care of yourself and support your tissues in their healing.
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How to Be Your Own Advocate During Labor and Birth
Learn why advocating for yourself during labor and birth is important. Gain tips on how to be your own advocate.
Why Birth Is More Mental and Tips to Mentally Prepare for Labor
A common misconception is that preparing for labor should be physically focused. Here's why birth is more mental than physical.
What is Birth Trauma? And How to Move Forward
Nearly a quarter of all pregnant moms experience birth trauma. What is it? How do you move forward? One mom shares her story.
What Is Prodromal Labor and How Do You Manage It?
Prodromal labor is a common experience for a lot of pregnant mamas. What exactly is it and how do you manage it? Here are the details.
Visualization During Birth: How To Stay Focused
Visualization during birth can be an effective, natural tool to help you through the pain, and sometimes fear, of labor. Here's how it works.
What Do Contractions Feel Like? What You Need To Know About Labor Pains
Are you a first time mom wondering what contractions will really feel like? Here is what you need to know about contractions during labor.
Best Positions to Do in Early Labor
If you're wondering what to do at the beginning of labor, these are the best positions to do in early labor to help you and baby.
Perineal Tearing: How to Reduce Your Chance of Tearing & Heal After Baby
Perineal tearing can cause many complications in your postpartum recovery. Here are tips to reduce your chance of tearing and speed healing.
32 Things Women Wish They Had Known Before Getting an Epidural
We asked moms what they wish they had known before getting an epidural and these were their responses. They are eye-opening!
The 5 Love Languages of Labor and Delivery
If you want to show your partner your love and support during the birth of your child, here are the 5 love languages of labor and delivery.
How to Make Your Birth Fun (Or At Least Tolerable!)
Adding some enjoyable elements to your labor and delivery can make your birth fun. Yes, FUN! Try these tips as you plan the big day.
Preparing for Birth During COVID-19 – Podcast Ep 31
If you are currently expecting, here is everything you need to know about preparing for your baby's birth during COVID-19.
What’s the Hype About Delayed Cord Clamping?
Delayed cord clamping is becoming a more common practice these days. But what is it? And should you choose it? Here's a break down.
How to Show Love to Your Partner in Labor
Creating a loving and supportive birthing environment is important for both partners. Here's how to show love to your partner during labor.
What is a Baby Friendly Hospital & Why to Give Birth at One
We're breaking down what a Baby Friendly Hospital is and why you may want to give birth at one. Also, how you can go about finding one.
Is Baby Coming Soon? Signs of Labor
Knowing the signs of labor and what to expect can take away a lot of the stress associated with the spontaneity of labor.
How to Decide Who is in the Room During Delivery
So, how do you decide who is in the room during delivery? Weigh these different considerations and read on for tips on how to tell people no.
Birth Photography: Capturing The Moment You First Became a Mother
Considering hiring a birth photographer to capture the birth of your baby & the day you become a mom? Here's why to consider birth photography.
How to Create YOUR Perfect Birth Plan (Includes Template)
Creating a birth plan is a great exercise for learning about your options during labor, birth, and recovery. Here's a guide to create yours!
How to Prepare Your Mind and Body for Childbirth – Podcast Ep 9
I’m chatting with Kerry Tuschhoff, the Founder, Director & Owner of Hypnobabies, about how to prepare your mind for childbirth.
9 Tips for an Easier and Faster Labor and Birth
Childbirth is unpredictable. Learn what you can do to help you increase your chances of having an easier and faster labor and birth.
Where To Give Birth: What Are All of Your Birth Options?
Explore the pros and cons of four birthing options: a hospital, a freestanding birth center, a birth center within a hospital, and your home.
7 Things NOT To Do During Labor
7 tips on what expecting moms should NOT do during labor so you can really avoid some unnecessary labor interventions and outcomes.
20 Natural Pain Relief Options to Help Ease Labor Pain
Every pregnant woman needs to have tools to keep herself comfortable during labor. Here are 20 natural pain relief options that she can use.
What To Do in Early Labor
We're walking you through some of the best things to do during early labor! These tips can help ensure you have a good labor and delivery.
6 Tips on What To Do in Active Labor
Here's what to expect in active labor and what options are available so that you can make the best choices for you and your baby.
6 Tips on What To Do in Transition Labor
To help you through this phase and get you to pushing, I've listed six tips for what to do in transition labor. Review some common questions.
Positions and Tips on Pushing During Childbirth
Pushing during childbirth may not be as easy and simple as you think. Here's a list of different positions and tips for pushing baby out.
13 Reasons to Consider a Home Birth
Having gone to hundreds of births over the past 11 years, here are some reasons why you should consider having a home birth.
12 Tips for a Happier and Healthier Birth
Things you can do to have the vaginal birth experience you want. Here are the first 6 tips to a happier and healthier birth!