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BIRTHING  

Having a baby? At home, in a birthing center, or in a hospital? Delivered by a doctor or a midwife? What will your birth plan be? Will you have one? And how do you decide all these things anyway?!

Insulin resistance can lead to gestational diabetes in pregnant women. It is necessary to follow doctor's orders throughout pregnancy.

The general rule of thumb, so to speak, for 'proper' birth order is said to be three and a half years between the birth of each child. Is there any concrete fact to this 'rule'? - Our family tells you how it worked for us ...

Congratulations! The miracle of life is taking place right inside your body. While every pregnancy is different, the issues covered here will more than likely be important to you at some point in your forty-week term.

Pregnant women all over the United States are steadily realizing the benefits of utilizing the services of doulas. Modern doulas typically offer pregnancy support, birth coaching, and postpartum care.

There are several excellent books that will help you feel informed and prepared for during pregnancy, childbirth and postpartum.

It has long been assumed that the hospital provides a safer environment for women to give birth.

Interested in finding midwives and alternative birthing centers and options in and around Eugene, Oregon? Here are some of the best resources in Eugene...

A discussion about the pros and cons of hospitals or birthing centers.

When seeking a more natural childbirth experience, ask your physician about the options for spontaneous birthing and spontaneous pushing.

A deep look into the Hyno Birthing method from a woman who used it!

Birthing partners need to be organised and prepared. Includes a checklist for the Labor Tool Kit and the need for a birth plan

Many women spend the last few months of their pregnancy developing their birthing plan and wondering exactly how the delivery will go. I was no different.

This article is about the benefits and risks of home birthing.

What is it like to give birth in water? Why are people doing it? Find out here.

How one dad goes through a transformation into a birth advocate who believe in natural childbirth.

A doula can be a welcome source of knowledge and support during pregnancy and delivery. Here's why you should consider using one.

Find out if weight, diabetes, an abnormal uterus, anemia, mental problems, asthma, and other uncommon conditions require hospital attention.

Pregnant women have many options when planning their births. These are a few common methods.

After months of consideration, I finally decided to give birth at home, without medication. I do not regret this decision and would like to share with the world my wonderful experience. Perhaps others will choose my path.

Find out the truth about those delivering at a young or old age, birthing a first time baby, or having lucky #7.

Unassisted Childbirth is the act of birthing your baby without a 'professional'. Learn more about it here. This article goes along with my pregnancy and homebirth series. Feel free to evaluate your birth options, arm yourself with knowledge.

Exploring between obstetrician vs midwife based care, and the different birthing options available. Includes personal experience and a "further reading" section.

Fitness balls have popped up in gyms across the country and they are sometimes seen in hospitals and birthing centers, so what is it that these large balls can do for pregnant women?

This is an overview of the commonly misunderstood natural hormone, Oxytocin.

Being pregnant brings on many new choices and fears. Choosing the hospital or birthing center that you will bring your new little one into this world in is one of those choices.

This article is meant to provide basic facts to expectant parents when preparing for the birth of their child. This is not meant to be a source for medical reference but merely to explain and present facts in a common sense way to increase understanding.

With many children suffering from childhood disorders such as ADHD, there is recent research to suggest there may be a connection between these disorders and prenatal anxiety.

The Birth Center at Palomar Hospital in Escondido, California is a great place to start life's journey.

Becoming a new dad can be the most exciting and the most frightening time of a man's life.

In 2002, Dr. Liu launched a revolutionary site chronicling artist Lee Mingwei's journey into motherhood as the first man in history to become pregnant. In the most bizarre incident of my life, I caught up with the doctor. This is my amazing story.

Find out if preeclampsia, gestational diabetes, macrosomia, small pelvis, VBAC, and other complications should prevent you from birthing at home.

In contrast to the rituals of the technocratic model, the holistic model of birth serves to empower the birthing woman through the journey.

A quick look at how to use an exercise ball while pregnant, during childbirth and the postpartum period.

With 75 percent of all births delivered vaginally, women, in many cases, are offered scheduled deliveries through the use of labor induction. This is an overview of the labor and delivery process with induction.

Even a generation ago, women suffered the effects of pelvic prolapse in embarrassed silence. Today women are more informed and demand more from their lives after children. But birthing classes and books don't talk about prolapse.

When women become moms for the first time it can be frightening and worrisome but now there's plenty of help online.

This is an overview of the pregnancy related breast changes men may witness in the mother of their child.

If you even want to try for natural birth, you will find yourself swimming against a very strong tide. In order to achieve your goal you must develop attitudes and gain knowledge that will strengthen your resolve and help you cope with labor naturally.

When you have a pregnant mare, you should be educated about the risks and procedures that go with the gestation period, the birth and the raising of the foal. Every year, colts and fillies are lost because owners were ignorant about care and preparation.

A list of the supplies you will need, including your birth kit, and why you may need them. I've even explained why you would need a straw, which no one ever seems to answer.

An overview of the Bradley Method and natural childbirth classes. Includes an explanation of the importance of drug free labor and the unique features of Bradley's philosophy.

A woman facing her first pregnancy may have a general idea about what is coming. There are things about pregnancy that seem to be well-guarded secrets because we don't hear a lot about them. Here are just a few of them.

This article explores the different mentality of homebirth supporters. A birth story is presented from two viewpoints, as well as some of the reasoning behind why homebirth supporters believe so strongly in a natural, unhindered birth.

One of those decisions includes your medical care during pregnancy and labor. Many women choose to go the standard route of having an OBGYN Doctor; however, the popularity of midwives is beginning to increase.

When you are getting ready to have a new baby a written birth plan is helpful. This will allow you to figure out what your desires are surrounding the birth of your new one as well as inform your care givers as to what exactly you wish to happen.

There is surmounting evidence that homebirth is safer for infants. At home he is protected from unnecessary intervention and painful practices.

Explains the steps leading up to our decision to have a home birth.

With teen pregnancy becoming almost trendy, how can you explain to your teen that what she sees in the media isn't real?

Advice and an example of how to write a birth plan for the woman that desires to have a natural, medication-free childbirth.

Women today almost expect to be given an epidural and even a C-section. Is it any wonder that they have so little faith in their ability to birth?

Having your older children present for the birth of their new baby brother or baby sister can be an amazing family experience. Here are some tips and techniques to prepare your child to attend the birth of their new sibling.

The shockingly honest story of how I gave birth, including the details you always wanted to know but were afraid to ask.

I chose to have my first child at St Luke West Hospital in Florence, KY. I am thrilled to have chosen the birthing center there.

Couples who engage in sexual activity must realize that doing so can bring about a pregnancy. There are natural alternatives to hormonal or barrier methods. Three natural methods are: The Billings Ovulation, The Symptothermal and the Rhythm Method.

Women are getting abortions for all sorts of reasons. The pro-choice population feels that rape and birth defects are legitimate reasons to terminate a pregnancy. Knowing rape victims and being born with a severe birth defect gave me a new perspective.

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Hypno-birthing is an all-natural method of labor pain management that actually works!

A description of birthing positions for childbirth

Hypno-birthing is the name given to the practice of using hypnosis as a method of pain management during childbirth. The purpose of hypnosis is to keep the pregnant woman relaxed to make childbirth as easy, peaceful, pain-free, and intervention-free as possible.

The birthing process for animals is much different than for humans. There are some things you can do to help them prepare for the big day.

It is possible to have a natural, beautiful, empowering birth experience, even in a hospital setting. I did it!

How is using the birthing ball during labor helpful and why are birthing facilities starting to carry them in all their laboring rooms?

Many women, who consider the possibility of giving birth at home, have also considered using inflatable birthing pools.

Birth can be a beautiful, natural experience. Through reading, doing birthing exercises and taking classes, a woman can gain much needed experience to pull off the birth that she has envisioned.

If you are looking for a hospital dedicated to the care for women, then the Womens Hospital of Greensboro is the place for you.

If you happen to be an expectant mother and are currently living in New Jersey there is one place that you should definitely take a look at.

In today's society, women have the ability to have some influence in how they want their labor and delivery experience to be.

Insight on the natural birthing process, with some tips on how to make it better.

Steps and suggestions for making a birthing plan

For many pregnant women, the use of hypnosis in the four weeks before delivery, and during labor and delivery, can significantly reduce the pain associated with the birthing process.

Over a series of articles about pregnancy, labor and birth I will discuss many forms of natural foods, techniques and home remedies that have been used to enhance pregnancy, induce labor and help the birthing process. Some are evidence based, while others are not.

Those who chose homebirth deliver without the aid of technology and interventions such as pain killers and are proud of that achievement.

There are zillions of resources on conception, pregnancy symptoms, birthing and everything else "baby." But there are no handbooks on how to wrap your brain around ... well ... your brain.

Many have been known to call the doctor or midwife, frantic with the question, "Am I in labor?" Concern over going to the hospital or birthing center too early or too late weighs on mothers' minds. There are ways to know when your labor is the real thing.

Despite how helpful technology has been to us, the rapid rise of technology and addition of new procedures regarding childbirth has allowed the neglect of natural birthing practices...

Mother's Day is one of the most popular holidays around the world. It is a time to spend with the woman who has went through the very essence of being a woman: the raising and/or birthing of children.

As you may already know, hypnobirth involves a form of self-hypnosis to ease the birth process.

An amniocentesis (or simply "amnio"), is a prenatal test generally offered to pregnant women who are age 35 and older, as this increases their chances of birthing a baby with chromosomal defects.

Any woman who wants a natural birth experience in American really has to fight for it. Here are several books that will educate you and encourage you on your journey towards natural birthing.

Freebirth is nothing new, but much ignorance surrounds this practice. The act of birthing without a medical professional is not only gaining in popularity but in media coverage.

Giving birth to a new-born child or having a baby with your partner must be one of the greatest gifts of life. However, to some individuals birthing is a huge difficulty due to different obstacles.

A 20-year study of polar bear dens in northern Alaska shows more animals are building their birthing dens on land instead of on sea ice.

Post-Natal women, like their newborns needs special care after the birthing process. There are certain health products and feminine care products that a post-natal woman will need.

It is important to make an informed decision when it comes to giving birth. There are some things you can do before the big day arrives to prepare. Here are a few tips that will help you in the birthing room.

Birthing plans are simply a written description of your priorities and preferred options during labor, delivery and afterward.

Review on Ian Finseth's "A Melancholy Tale: Rhetoric, Fiction and Passion in The Coquette" brings

This article covers the basics of preparing for labor with introductory information on three common childbirth philosophies, tips for planning ahead for the big day, and most importantly, words of encouragement for the mother to be.

Choosing a doctor or midwife is simply a matter of personal needs and expectations.

Hands down, Northside Hospital's Women's Center, and their maternity services in particular, is a wonderful place. For anyone who lives in the Metro Atlanta area and is expecting, I highly recommend you give Northside a visit. You'll be glad that you did

Ms. magazine plans to release its fall issue next week containing a 'We Had Abortions' cover story listing names of 5,000 women, famous and non-famous, who signed a petition stating they've had abortions

This article is meant merely to inform men and women as to some basic facts about childbirth and planning for parenthood. It is not meant to be a medical reference or provide medical advice.

Studies have shown children born to fathers with post partum depression are more likely to suffer from emotional distress in early childhood. For expectant mothers,understanding the symptoms of depression in fathers is vitally important.

The Croc Hunter was renowned for his daring exploits in the jungle and with his ability to educate people about animal wildlife. The Ghetto can be just as dangerous, and it can definitely be just as educational.

This is a guide to packing a bag for the hospital for labor, delivery, and after the birth of your child. This is a list of essentials as well as items that will make you more comfortable.

I went into pre-eclampsia 6 hours into labor with my son. My OB's quick reaction and my subsequent c-section saved my life, but my traumatic delivery resulted in a postpartum heart condition which almost killed me when my OB failed to diagnosis it.

Being prepared for delivery can ease anxiety and frustration on the delivery day. Your partner may not be able to accompany you. It is important to take steps to control the few things that are actually in your control.