In recent years, a significant shift in cesarean section procedures has transformed the experience for mothers, moving it from a purely medical intervention to a more intimate, personal moment. The ...
SEATTLE — What's normally supposed to be an emergency procedure is now becoming more common than ever. The World Health Organization estimates that cesarean section (C-section) deliveries will be used ...
To help, Midwife Vic – founder of c-sectionUK – has shared her essential advice that she gives new mums every day: from how to move safely and ease pain, to the vital scar care tips you might not be ...
A photographer garnered a slew of criticism and was accused of being insensitive after her text conversation with a new mom was posted to Reddit. Posting to the subreddit "r/badwomansanatom," the ...
April is C-Section Awareness Month, and this year, the meaning hits much closer to home. I recently gave birth via Cesarean section — something I’ve read about, heard about and even assisted others ...
The moment you find out you’re pregnant, the questions start flooding in. One of the biggest decisions you’ll face is how you want to deliver your baby. With C-section rates climbing and natural birth ...
After pushing for two hours with my first child, I was sent to have a C-section. With my second child, I tried for a VBAC but ended with a C-section again. For my last two babies, I just went ahead ...
The hard part of delivery may be over, but now you need to recover physically and emotionally. If you recently had a ...
Every pregnancy journey and the birth experience are unique. You may plan for a normal delivery, but it can change to a ...
I need to know if I’m being sensitive. We had our son four years ago, and he was delivered via c-section for a few reasons. Since then, my husband has made random comments like “You didn’t deliver him ...
For moms who delivered their first baby via Cesarean section, they may wonder if it’s safe to try for a vaginal birth after Cesarean or VBAC birth. Having a conversation with your trusted OB-GYN ...
There's no correct way to give birth. Whether you opt for a cesarean section, forgo drugs, or go the home birth route, every birth is unique and special in its own right. Still, one mom was left ...