What to Expect When Having a Baby Right Now
Ask any expectant mother how they imagined their pregnancy and delivery would be and you’d be hard-pressed to find anyone who dreamt up the scenario many mothers are facing right now ahead of giving birth
What You Need to Know about Preparing for Childbirth
Knowing what to expect when you are preparing for delivery day may make your birthing experience calmer and less uncertain. We spoke with Kisha Spears, childbirth educator, and Skipper White, Labor & Delivery manager, at
When It’s Taking Too Long to Conceive
Sometimes it just takes more time for a woman to get pregnant. The average healthy couple may try for 6-12 months before nature takes its course. The most important thing to remember if you are having difficulty
How to Choose the Right Contraceptive for You
There is no single birth control method that’s right for every woman. Knowing your options is an important part of the decision process, along with the understanding of what you and your partner want to
Preparing for Pregnancy: The Importance of Prenatal Counseling
The transition to parenthood can bring with it a mixed bag of emotions. Everything from joy to anxiety can crop up in preparation for and with a growing baby bump. Prenatal counseling provides a safe space
Fighting A Cold While Pregnant
If you’ve got a sore throat, runny nose, head and body aches, or are coughing and sneezing, you may be suffering from allergies, the flu, or a nasty cold. None of which are much fun,
Get to Know Your Birth Control Options
Birth control has come a long way since 1960 when the Food and Drug Administration (FDA approved “the pill” to provide a more practical and effective alternative to the contraceptives used at the time. Since
The Thyroid Issue That Looks Like “The Baby Blues”
Any new mom will tell you that feeling tired, hormonal and uncertain comes with the newborn. But how do you know when those feelings are more than just the delicate dance of finding your footing
Help Eliminate Potential Birth Defects with Daily Folic Acid
If a magician could give women a pill to almost guarantee the prevention of some serious birth defects during pregnancy, we’d be crazy not to line up with palms outstretched. Fortunately, this pill exists and
Implantation Bleeding or Your Period?
If you’re working on becoming pregnant, you may be looking for any little sign that there’s a baby on board. Above all, try not to stress during this journey. Getting pregnant may take time, and