Category: Preparing for birth
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Your Baby’s Due Date is May 23
Understanding Pregnancy Timing Read more Did you know that only about 1 in 20 babies actually arrive on their due date? The average pregnancy lasts between 38 to 42 weeks, which means there’s quite a bit of waiting involved. For those curious about how to keep track of your pregnancy week by week, consider downloading…
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Genetic Counseling: Understanding Your Options
Read more Genetic counseling is a vital process that helps prospective parents assess the risk of passing on hereditary diseases to their children. It involves consultation with trained healthcare professionals who specialize in genetic conditions. These experts evaluate family histories, investigate genetic issues, interpret information about specific disorders, analyze inheritance patterns, and discuss available options…
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How to Handle an Emergency Birth if You’re Alone
Read more It’s perfectly normal to feel a bit anxious as your due date approaches, especially if you worry about going into labor when you’re alone. While it’s rare, it’s always good to be prepared just in case. According to the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, less than 1% of births happen at home,…
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9 Insights I Wish Someone Had Shared with Me Before Giving Birth
Read more As you approach your due date, it’s completely natural to feel a whirlwind of emotions—excitement, anxiety, and even fatigue. You’re not alone in this journey! Although no one can fully prepare you for the experience of labor, I’d like to share some wisdom that might ease your mind in these final days. You…
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Assisted Delivery
Read more As labor progresses, especially towards the end of the pushing phase, it may become clear that both the mother and the baby require some additional assistance during delivery. Once the medical team confirms that the anesthesia is effective, the healthcare provider may gently use tools like forceps or a vacuum extractor to help…
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Are Doulas Covered by Insurance?
Read more When considering the support of a doula for childbirth, a common question arises: will your insurance cover the cost? Doulas can provide invaluable assistance during labor, but their services come with a price tag. What Are Doulas and Their Role? Doulas are trained professionals who offer emotional, physical, and informational support to expectant…
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Using a Rebozo for Pregnancy, Labor, and Birth
Read more When you’re preparing to bring a new life into the world, comfort is key. One traditional method that’s gaining popularity is the use of a rebozo, a versatile shawl with deep roots in Mexican culture. This unique wrap can provide comfort during pregnancy and labor, and even assist in the postpartum healing process.…
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I Gave Birth to a 12-Pound Baby: ‘He Was Absolutely Perfect, Just a Bit More to Love’
Read more Throughout my pregnancy, everything went smoothly—perhaps the most uneventful pregnancy ever, and I felt incredibly fortunate. Yet, looking back, this should have hinted that my delivery experience would be anything but ordinary, and indeed it was. My labor began as a long but quite standard ordeal. My partner and I decided not to…