Alternative Birthing Methods photo credit: eyeliam A birthing method is considered “alternative” if it deviates from what is considered the norm in most modern cultures: a laboring woman enters the hospital, where the staff takes her in as a patient, monitors the birth, and the doctor performs the delivery. Alternative birthing methods include home births, [...]

Stages of Labor – What to Expect Labor is usually broken down into stages. It’s a good idea to familiarize yourself with these stages so you’ll know what’s going on and what to expect. This helps prevent fear or panic from taking over. So here are some tips on what to expect during each stage. [...]

7 Old Wives’ Tales about Pregnancy By Dr. Michele Hakakha and Dr. Ari Brown Adapted from their new book, Expecting 411 About 6 million US women will get pregnant this year. Women used to get their pregnancy information from other women–the “old wives” of old wives’ tales fame. Today, however, the most common source of information [...]

Nursing While Pregnant Your little one is not weaned yet and you’re pregnant again. Do you have to wean him right away? The short answer is no. It is not harmful to continue nursing while pregnant. Here are some things to keep in mind if you decide to keep nursing during your pregnancy (and afterwards!). [...]