As I walked into the operating room, my hospital gown barely closed at the back because of my large belly, I began to cry. By the time I had sat down on the operating table and the gentle nurse was ...

“If nurses are taking care of too many patients at once, important warning signs can be missed, like changes in blood ...

Every birth, every mother and every baby are unique. However, all births have a few commonalities: there are moments of excitement, anticipation, anxiety and hope. When selecting a hospital where you ...

A person may choose to give birth naturally, without pain management medication, or with an epidural to block sensations of pain in the lower body. Each birthing option has its potential risks and ...

Welcoming a new baby into the family comes with a lot of excitement and preparation. Attending a birthing class in the weeks leading up to labor and delivery offers several benefits to new parents to ...

As I prepare this article, I am seven months pregnant with my sixth child. Talking about birth fills my heart with deep concern and amazing hope, as I can see how the tide is changing to honor women ...