Giving birth has been compared to running a marathon – it takes a ton of energy to have a baby! So it only makes sense that you eat and drink during labor. I definitely recommend packing snacks in your hospital bag. They are great for a labor induction or even postpartum after a cesarean section. … Read more
There are many ways to have a labor induction, which leaves many people confused about how their induction will go. Inductions are typically done in the final weeks of pregnancy for medical reasons or just because someone wants one. Inductions are usually done using a variety of medications or other procedures to encourage a vaginal … Read more
In the United States, 31.8% of births are via cesarean section. First introduced around 2008, the idea of a “natural c-section” has been growing in popularity. Also called a “gentle c-section” or a “family-centered c-section”, there are just a few things different than a traditional c-section. The idea is to mimic certain aspects of a … Read more
There are many reasons you may wear an abdominal binder, but one of the most common ones is after giving birth or having a c-section. A postpartum belly band is a must-have for new mothers. A cesarean delivery is major abdominal surgery. Postpartum wraps can give extra support to your abdominal region to help you have … Read more
Whether you get an epidural or not is a personal decision. Every person’s birth experience is different and some may have a different vision for their labor process. Labor epidurals are very common. A study done by Stanford University showed that nearly 71% of pregnant patients in the United States opted for an epidural birth. There is … Read more
Can a war bath help induce labor? In order for spontaneous labor to occur, a few things need to happen. First there is a release of oxytocin which causes contractions. Your body will also release prostaglandins, which soften and thin the cervix. Baby will also move lower in the pelvis, and put pressure against the … Read more
Your mindset is huge when it comes time for labor and birth. Positive affirmations – or birth mantras – are a great way to flood your brain with positive thoughts and give birth with confidence! It may seem silly, but labor affirmations can be a powerful tool. Whether it’s your birth partners saying them to … Read more
How soon can you find out if you’re pregnant? It’s a question that buzzes through the mind of many people. There are a few different ways to find out if you’re pregnant, and each of them has a different time period for when it can detect pregnancy. If you’re testing before a missed period, you … Read more
Many people are surprised about vaginal bleeding after a c-section. After all, the baby didn’t come out that way…why would you expect extra vaginal discharge? The bleeding is actually from where the placenta lied within the uterus. The placenta is the organ your body grew to support your pregnancy. After a cesarean birth, the placenta … Read more
Delayed cord clamping has been a hot topic in the birth world over the past few years. If this is your first time hearing about it, it’s when you leave the umbilical cord untouched for some time after the baby is born. But what exactly are the benefits and risks of delaying cord clamping? First, … Read more