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,
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
Being pregnant can be a magical time in your life. Many mothers begin to envision all the joys of motherhood that lie ahead. However, it also comes with its own
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,
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
Going to see a gynecologist aka OB GYN for the first time may seem scary without preparation. If you look up videos and reviews women have shared their awkward and
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.
Let me tell you a story… Let’s talk about what’s wrong with the current Medical
