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What if your baby had a life-altering disorder? Would you want to know before he was born? Some doctors and midwives offer genetic screening, a series of tests done on your blood (not the baby’s) to determine if your baby might be at risk for certain genetic conditions. Genetic screening can also include an ultrasound…
Many first-time pregnant women have understandable fears about childbirth. They know it’s painful, has potential complications and they’ve probably been told countless stories by their own mothers, sisters, and friends about its woes. Movies and television can also play a factor in reinforcing this notion. Who would be excited about child birth after all of…
I was simply delighted when I received a request to review Ina May’s new book Birth Matters. As a fan of her work, I wondered if this book would just rehash information and ideas from her previous books. I hoped that we would finally get a better glimpse into her thoughts on the current state…
If you have plans to travel somewhere during your pregnancy, it’s normal to feel anxious about what is safe and what is not safe for your pregnant body and your unborn baby. Air travel does have risks, especially to those individuals who have certain health issues. But taking a flight on an airplane is generally…
Nearing the end of your pregnancy, especially during the 8th and 9th month, you may experience pressure or pain in your pelvic area or deep within your hip joints. This is often referred to as symphysis pubis dysfunction or SPD. This is a common complaint, affecting as many as 80% of pregnant women at some…
Your baby is growing each day, stretching your belly, changing positions, and getting ready to be born. But it’s hard to notice the little changes in your body, especially in the midst of everything else that needs to be done and prepared before baby’s arrival. Progress photos are a fun way to document your pregnancy…
Experiencing a miscarriage or pregnancy loss is difficult, but coping with pregnancy after miscarriage can be even more difficult to deal with. If you are already pregnant again, you may worry that this pregnancy will end in the same way; and if you are thinking of getting pregnant again you may be holding back because…
Keep these foods on hand during pregnancy. They are great for a quick pick-me-up in the middle of the day when you are fighting that pregnancy exhaustion. If you are dealing with morning sickness, these foods will help to keep your blood sugar stable; Low blood sugar can make your morning sickness worse. Best of…
Normally, women and expecting couples are taught that there are three stages to labor and that the first stage of labor consists of three phases: Early, Active, & Transition. However, many midwives and doulas, including myself, find that it’s important to teach that labor consists of four stages and that the first stage of labor…
Ideally, you should begin your search for a pediatrician in your final months of pregnancy and choose one before your baby is born. Your pediatrician will visit your baby in the hospital and see your baby frequently in his or her first days, weeks, and months of life. It is beneficial to have the same…