Regardless of your view on pregnancy, one thing’s for sure, it’s a life-changing experience. Whether you’re familiar with pregnancy, or this is your first go-round, this is a journey that
Pregnancy is a unique and oftentimes wonderful experience, however, it does come with its own set of challenges. Although first-time mothers may have some insight as to what to expect,
The process of giving birth is a multifaceted experience that brings about various changes, both physical and emotional. While the physical changes comprise intense contractions, dilation, and eventual delivery of
You’ve probably heard of midwives primarily in the context of pregnancy and delivering babies. While that is a significant aspect of their profession, it’s essential to recognize and appreciate the
Natural Family Planning involves tracking female ovulation cycles and abstaining from sex to avoid pregnancy. This method implies in no way resorting to using barrier contraceptives or taking hormones. Natural
When you think of a midwife, you’re probably thinking of a “baby-catcher” — someone whose whole job revolves around moms, children, and childbirth. But here’s a little-known fact a midwife
Cervical mucus is essential in the conception process because it nourishes and protects sperm as it travels through the female reproductive path to reach the egg. The amount and type of
Estrogen is a vital hormone that controls your reproductive system. Too much estrogen, or an imbalance of hormones, can create issues. High estrogen levels can interfere with reproductive functions, induce
It is well known that the American childbirth culture is very expensive with very poor performance AND little of what happens to birthing people in hospitals is evidence-based.
Health Insurance A Lose:Lose Situation for Consumers and Providers
When it comes to childbirth, high tech is not better than low tech. I have been privileged to attend many out of hospital births and many more in hospital births. Even a ‘normal’ birth in the hospital typically comes with continuous fetal monitoring and epidural.
My name is Fadwah Halaby and I am a certified nurse midwife serving families in
Can I have a vaginal birth if I already had a c section? The short answer is, “YES! YOU CAN!” While the long answer requires a conversation about various risks – risks of a VBAC, or vaginal birth after cesarean, AND risks of repeat surgery.
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