Tag: childbirth
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The Misconceptions Surrounding Labor Induction
Get Pregnant Fast For the past few weeks, I’ve been faced with a question that seems to linger in the air around me: “When are you having that baby?” Well, I finally have an answer—“In four days!” That’s right, my induction date is set, and it’s the only thing keeping me from retreating to a…
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Understanding Retained Placenta
Get Pregnant Fast When we talk about pregnancy and childbirth, every experience is unique, and things can take unexpected turns even on delivery day. One such rare complication that can arise is a retained placenta. Although it happens in only about 2 to 3% of deliveries, knowing what it is can help ease any concerns…
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Unless You’ve Contributed to My Baby Bump, Stay Out of My Delivery Room
Get Pregnant Fast According to a recent survey conducted by Channel Mum, the trend of inviting guests into the delivery room is on the rise among new mothers. In fact, younger moms are allowing an average of eight family members and friends to join them during labor. Eight! Can you imagine? Honestly, it’s hard to…
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4 Compelling Reasons to Embrace Natural Birth
Get Pregnant Fast Before you roll your eyes, let me assure you that I understand your skepticism. You might be thinking about the horror stories shared by friends, family, and even the dramatized accounts on TV. It’s true: labor can be a grueling experience, regardless of whether you opt for medication. In fact, natural birth…
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Why I Stopped Warning My Friends About the Pain of Natural Birth
Get Pregnant Fast By: Jessica Monroe Date: Jan. 9, 2023 My second childbirth experience was so rapid that I didn’t have the luxury of an epidural—and let me tell you, it was incredibly painful. I had naively anticipated a repeat of my first birth, which was manageable thanks to medication. As the saying goes, “Man…
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The Birth Debate: Why My Experience Matters More Than Yours
Get Pregnant Fast In the realm of childbirth, an intense, unspoken rivalry exists. Many mothers believe their birthing choices are superior, while those who take a different path are often viewed as misguided. This judgment leads to feelings of shame, defensiveness, or even depression among women who should be celebrating their strength during this monumental…
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6 Brutally Honest Realities of Childbirth
Get Pregnant Fast Navigating the journey of pregnancy and childbirth is often filled with surprises, and while there are countless articles that shed light on the experience, some critical realities tend to fly under the radar. As a friend sharing wisdom, I’m here to highlight six painful truths about childbirth that you might not be…
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Why Your Practitioner Might Need to Break Your Water During Labor and How It Works
Get Pregnant Fast When the time comes for your little one to enter the world, the protective amniotic sac that has cradled them throughout your pregnancy will eventually need to give way. While many women experience their water breaking naturally during labor, there are instances when a practitioner may decide to assist this process through…
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12 Realities About Labor and Delivery
Get Pregnant Fast As you approach your due date, the excitement and anxiety can start to swirl together. Every expectant mother begins to ponder what the experience of labor and delivery will truly be like. Some have a birth plan locked in—perhaps dreaming of a serene water birth with a midwife, while others are thinking,…
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5 Realities You Should Prepare for After Giving Birth
Get Pregnant Fast Forget the glossy images and glamorous portrayals of new motherhood; the reality of the hours following childbirth is far from serene. You won’t be cozily cradling your newborn in a pristine gown, illuminated by soft sunlight. And please, for your own sanity, resist comparing yourself to those celebrity moms who claim to…