All Birth Trauma is Valid: Here's How to Have it Recognized and Get the Support You Need
Almost half of women describe their birth experience as traumatic but many don't feel as though they're entitled to help. You're not alone and here's how to get the support you need.
6 Things You Might Not Know About Home Birth
Giving birth at home is becoming increasingly more popular in the U.S., but it is often misunderstood. These lesser-known facts shed some light on the practice.
The Maternal Mortality Crisis is Understandably Putting Black Millennials Off Children—We Need to Fix That
Statistics show millennials aren't having kids, often because of financial reasons. But for Black millennials that's only a small part of why they're having second thoughts about starting a family.
Why We Need to Stop Talking About Giving Birth 'Naturally'
Here's a closer look at what people really mean when they use the term "natural birth," and why it's time to nix this phrase from the conversation around labor and delivery.
The Emotional Scars of C-Sections
For a significant number of moms, undergoing a C-section causes feelings of disappointment and shame. The reasons are complicated, but this much is clear: If you’ve felt that way, you’re not alone, and a little insight from the experts can help you move forward.
Cervix Dilation Chart: The Stages of Labor Explained in Pictures
During labor, your cervix will dilate to open up the birth canal. Visualize the process with our handy cervix dilation chart, which uses fruit for an easy-to-understand comparison.
