Labor & Delivery
Labor and delivery preparation to make your birth as smooth as possible. Prepare yourself for all eventualities from an Overdue baby, Pain relief in labor, what you need to pack in your labor bag and the truth about labor for Dads.
Can You Induce Labor By Breast Pumping?
If you are carrying a child, it may sound unusual that using a breast pump could induce labor. However, there is some science behind it to suggest that it is a science-based and evidence-based practice…
View PostPostpartum Clothes to Wear After Giving Birth
Packing your hospital bag is an exciting part of being a mom-to-be as it is one step closer to you giving your birth. While there are lots of easy-to-remember items, such as diapers and baby…
View PostThe Best Postpartum Leggings for After you Give Birth
Leggings are a popular choice for new moms as the last thing that you want to do after giving birth is to try to squeeze into an uncomfortable pair of jeans. Leggings allow for comfort,…
View PostWeird Signs of Labor
We’ve all seen how early stages of labor play out in movies: The pregnant woman’s water breaks at the most inconvenient time, she’s rushed to the hospital, and she emerges with a smile and with a baby shortly…
View PostHow to deal with your c-section incision opening
Many new mothers that have recently had a c-section may worry about the scar left behind after the incision during the procedure. In particular, they worry about the complications that may occur post-surgery. Mothers-to-be may…
View PostBest Postpartum Diapers
When I had my first baby, I was so unprepared. I had very few friends with babies but not many, and certainly none of my very close friends had babies yet, so I didn’t have…
View PostHow to get rid of your hanging belly after a c-section
Firstly, I would like to congratulate you on birthing your child! Carrying a child for nine months is no easy feat! Our bodies go through so much stress in the space of such little time.…
View PostIs Your C-Section Scar Burning and Stinging?
Whether you have recently had a c-section, are preparing to have one, or want to gain more information on the subject, it is essential to be aware of complications that can arise. Many people do…
View PostCan you tell if your c-section internal stitches have ruptured?
C-sections may be a planned procedure for expecting mothers. Still, they can also be an unexpected and daunting last-minute decision their doctor takes based on the birthing circumstances. When a cesarean is performed, the surgeon…
View PostHelp, my c-section incision smells!
You’re holding your baby in your arms when suddenly, you smell something awful. You check the baby’s diaper for poop, but it’s bone dry. Eventually, you locate the source of this horrible smell – your…
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