Why Prepare for a Cesarean? Women planning for a natural childbirth don’t typically also prepare for a cesarean birth. However, most women who’ve had cesareans, while they were pregnant, thought “oh, …
This year I have radically changed my diet, which has allowed me to lose more than 30 pounds. (I’ll share more about that on another day. Promise!) One of the …
Ondansetron, commonly known as Zofran, is a drug created to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer chemotherapy, radiation therapy and surgery. Ondansetron is commonly used off label to treat the …
From humorous anecdotes to practical advice, explore our curated selection of the best pregnancy books for dad tailored just for him. There are so many good pregnancy books for moms, …
Delayed Cord Clamping is the practice of postponing cutting a newborn’s umbilical cord instead of immediately cutting it during the third stage of labor and is a best practice for moms and babies …
Infertility books are a key player in the journey to parenthood when the journey becomes complicated, confusing and difficult. I Can’t Get/Stay Pregnant Not being able to become pregnant or carry a child full …
Unisom and B6 for Morning Sickness Many women have used doxylamine succinate, commonly known as Unisom, combined with vitamin B6 and have noticed a dramatic decrease in morning sickness symptoms. …
I am passionate about helping women have a healthy pregnancy, natural childbirth and a happy postpartum. Therefore, I don’t recommend starting or even encouraging labor before mom and baby are completely …
Do I need a doula? Do I need a doula for a hospital birth? What about a homebirth? These questions will likely pop up in the second and third trimesters …
Active labor is part of the first stage of labor, and where parents spend the bulk of their time in the birthing process. Active labor happens when contractions become longer, …
Using essential oils for morning sickness is one of my favorite natural pregnancy remedies. Aromatherapy can be a safe, simple and very effective remedy for feeling better RIGHT NOW. Sometimes when …
When making a natural baby registry, here are 25 baby items you don’t need to buy or include on your list. You’re welcome. (I feel like I need to put …