Understanding pregnancy milestones is crucial for every expectant mother. Knowing what to expect at around the three months pregnant mark can provide peace of mind and help you prepare for
As a breastfeeding mom, you may have heard about mastitis, a common infection that can occur when bacteria enters the breast tissue. Mastitis can cause painful inflammation, making breastfeeding uncomfortable
Menopause is a natural stage in a woman’s life that marks the end of her reproductive years. While it brings about physical changes, such as the cessation of menstrual cycles,
Home births in the United States have been steadily increasing in recent years, with more and more expectant parents choosing this alternative option for delivering their babies. According to a
Giving birth is a transformative experience, and for many families, the idea of a home birth holds a special appeal. Home births offer a unique set of benefits, but it
The journey of pregnancy and childbirth is undoubtedly a remarkable one, but it is essential to recognize that the postpartum period brings its own set of challenges. As your body
Expectant parents can never truly understand the full scope of childbirth until they experience it firsthand. Reading up on what to expect during pregnancy can be helpful, however, nothing compares
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
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.
Let me tell you a story… Let’s talk about what’s wrong with the current Medical
