Articles for tag: Birth Stories, Gynecology, Labor Induction, Obstetrics

Is the Cord Around the Baby’s Neck Really Dangerous?

As a confirmed birth junkie, I have heard over and over again birth stories where the baby was born by cesarean for either fetal distress or failure to descend, and the difficulties are blamed on “the cord was around the baby’s neck”. Is this condition – scientifically termed “nuchal cord” – actually dangerous? A new ...

Helpful Websites for Pregnant Moms

Am I really pregnant, could the test be wrong? When should I first feel the baby move? What is a safe remedy for morning sickness? Have these or similar questions on your mind? If you’re like most women of the 2000’s, you search online for advice, suggestions, and information. The internet can be a very ...

Preparing for a Natural Birth

There is really no way to make childbirth painless. Many women throughout history have had painless births, but there is no way to guarantee a birth without pain. Even with today’s technology, birth comes with pain most of the time. Epidurals can make the pain more comfortable, but they don’t always work and do come ...

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Bad Pregnancy Dreams: Interpreting & Getting Rid of Them

Expectant mothers have some of the most bizarre dreams imaginable. Unfortunately, along with the wet dreams about Brad Pitt, bad dreams come as well. Almost all pregnant women have a nightmare at some point during their pregnancy. A lot of these dreams will be caused by fears she has related to the pregnancy. Interpreting these ...