Your Pregnancy
What You Need to Know About VBAC: Vaginal Birth After Cesarean
What is a VBAC Exactly? A VBAC is a vaginal birth after cesarean or C-section. If you have previously had a C-section, you may be able to attempt a VBAC during your next birth. Up Read Full Article...
Should I Hire a Doula?
Doula? What is That? While some women have heard the term doula, they may not be sure exactly what that person does or how that person can help them. A birth doula provides support during Read Full Article...
When is a Good Time to Call a Lactation Specialist?
New Moms and Breastfeeding New moms may experience certain situations during breastfeeding that requires the help of a lactation specialist. A certified breastfeed counselor or an IBCLC (International Board Certified Lactation Consultant) can help assist Read Full Article...
The Truth About Cord Blood Banking
Cord Blood Banking and You Cord blood banking is a procedure that many people have heard of, but not many know much about it. With all of the recent debate on stem cell research that Read Full Article...
A Top 10 Checklist for Preconception Readiness
Pregnancy is not Without Risks Despite advances in modern medicine, pregnancy is not without its risks. A careful study of your lifestyle, financial security, relationship stability and possibly your work situation are all items that Read Full Article...
Choosing a Great Pediatrician – What to Ask
A Pediatrician is the Most Important Doctor You Hire Besides choosing a health care provider for prenatal care, a pediatrician may be the single most important doctor you hire. Caring for you newborn and child as he Read Full Article...
Maternal IV Fluids Associated with Newborn Weight Loss
Intravenous Fluids Linked to Newborn Weight Loss A new study published in the International Breastfeeding Journal is suggesting that the phenomenon of newborn weight loss may actually be associated with the intravenous fluids that mom Read Full Article...
Do You Have a Birth Plan?
Are You Creating a Birth Plan Creating a birth plan can help you prepare for the day your little one arrives. After sitting through child birth classes and reading all the pregnancy books you can, Read Full Article...
How to Avoid Pain in the Initial Breastfeeding Efforts
Breastfeeding can be Painful Many women complain of pain during the initial breastfeeding efforts. Most Lactation Consultants and Certified Breastfeeding Counselors will tell you that pain is a sign that something is not right. Initially, Read Full Article...