Childbirth is upto the mother, whether she chooses natural delivery, c-section or other holistic techniques. However, ...

A doula is a trained professional who provides continuous physical, emotional, and informational support to a mother before, during, and shortly after childbirth. Unlike midwives or obstetricians, ...

Foregoing an epidural, a new mom did the seemingly impossible by delivering her baby in 40 seconds flat. Cianna Gonzalez, 24, only labored for three hours before her son “shot out,” she told Southwest ...

Obstetricians may be losing ground to a natural parenting movement that's making women feel guilty about the birthing process, an ob/gyn blogger says. Amy Tuteur, MD, is the author of a new book, Push ...

Making informed decisions about childbirth represents one of the most significant choices expectant parents face. While both vaginal deliveries and cesarean sections safely bring babies into the world ...

Whether you are planning to start a family or recently learned you’re expecting, preparation is key. The months leading up to the delivery will be filled with preparing for your baby’s arrival: ...

Pregnancy is more than just a beautiful phase; it is a crucial time when you prepare yourself both mentally and physically for the big day. Most women spend those nine months planning the D-day, ...

Christus Southeast Texas - St. Elizabeth has added midwifery services to its maternal care, bringing certified nurse midwife Ashleigh Clark onto the team. “A lot of moms are wanting to go more of a ...