Pregnancy Category

6 Benefits of the Bradley Method, Including High Rate of Natural Birth Success

The CDC reports that in the U.S. today, and many other industrialized nations too, up to 70 percent of women (depending on the state) receive epidurals, spinal blocks or a combination of the two during ...

Natural Birth Control Methods: Benefits & Effectiveness (Plus Which Really Work?)

Wondering how to prevent pregnancy reliably and safely, without using birth control pills? This article will cover some of the most time-tested natural birth control methods that are also now backed up by science. In addition, ...

6 Ways to Tackle Morning Sickness Naturally

Nausea during pregnancy — more commonly known as morning sickness — is a common symptom that many moms-to-be experience, especially within the first trimester of pregnancy. Estimates show that 50 percent to 80 percent of all ...

The Truth about VBAC (And What Your Doctor Probably Isn’t Telling You)

Controversy around the safety of a vaginal birth after C-section has recently prompted sharp declines in this delivery method. Unfortunately, women are often incorrectly told that they're not allowed to have a vaginal birth after ...

9 Common Questions About Breast Milk

Breast milk is loaded with exactly the right nutrients in the exact amounts a new baby needs. Research shows that breast milk is not merely nutritious, but it contains a variety of factors with medicinal ...

7 Benefits of Natural Childbirth & 6 Steps for a Safe and Natural Childbirth

Research suggests that the way in which a woman experiences pregnancy and childbirth is vitally important for a mother's relationship with her child and her future childbearing experiences. Unfortunately, we are currently in an era ...

How to Treat Postpartum Depression, Which Affects Both Mom & Baby

Did you know that 70–80 percent of all new mothers experience some negative feelings after the birth of their child? It's common for women to experience severe mood swings after giving birth, which are known ...

The Risks of a Planned Caesarean Section

In the U.S., nearly one in three babies are born by caesarean section. While a significant number of caesarean deliveries are performed for health reasons and obstetrical indications, some are simply due to a mother's ...