The Stages of Labor
After nine months of doctor’s appointments, baby name debates, baby showers, gender reveals, and other…
A Dream Deferred, but Not Lost – Celebrating Black Maternal Health Week!
Every story begins with “for as long as I can remember…” and my story is…
Birthing with a Village
Having a village, or a community of support, during and after pregnancy can be extremely…
Birthing Options – Remix
As your due date gets closer, waiting for the big day can be both nerve-wracking…
Where to Give Birth
The art of childbirth has been practiced for many years. Over time, we have learned…
Understanding Mental Health During Pregnancy and Postpartum
Pregnancy and parenthood can be filled with joys and successes that a family can cherish…
C-Sections 101: Everything You Need to Know About the Other Type of Birth
You may have heard of a C-section, but what is that really? What do you…
Tamika Michelle Johnson: Pregnancy Over 40
“I never thought in a million years that I would have gotten pregnant and had…
The POST-BIRTH Warning Signs
During those first hours and days that follow the birth of your baby, you need…
Bleeding After Birth
While you may be ready to get back to your old self after delivering your…
Baby’s First Test: Apgar Scoring Explained
Giving birth is a challenging experience for moms, and it can also be physically challenging…
The Truth About Preterm Birth
As soon as you find out you’re pregnant, one of the first things you’ll want…
The Sweet Spot: Choosing a Birthing Location
You may feel like there are a lot of choices to make once you find…
The Big Day: Different Ways to Give Birth
The birth experience is different for everyone. One thing about birth IS certain – there…
Becoming a Birth Safety Advocate: Paige Rohe
Trigger Warning: This blog does contain descriptions of distressing and traumatic birth experiences. The following…
The Road to Recovery
Sometimes C-sections are planned, and other times they can happen unexpectedly. A cesarean section (commonly…
Finding Your Perfect Provider
For some expectant parents, finding a provider to see you through your pregnancy can be…
Do No Harm: Birth Safety
Childbirth can be a beautiful and life-changing experience. One of the last things you’d want…
In & Out: Breathing During Labor
Just breathe. Someone is bound to say this when you are going through labor, and…