Tag: childbirth
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The Unexpected Joy of Hospital Stays: A Personal Experience
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: Feb. 23, 2016 Originally Published: Oct. 22, 2011 Hospitals have never been my favorite place, a sentiment that was solidified after the birth of my first child. Sixteen long hours of labor ended with an emergency c-section, subpar cafeteria food that could have been mistaken for school lunches, and a nurse…
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I Delivered a 12-Pound Baby: ‘He Was Flawless and Just a Lot More to Cherish’
Get Pregnant Fast My pregnancy journey was remarkably smooth, perhaps the most uneventful one imaginable, and I consider myself fortunate for that. Yet, in hindsight, it should have hinted that my birthing experience would unfold quite differently than expected. My labor was lengthy but followed a fairly typical course. My partner and I opted not…
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The Misconception of C-Sections as ‘The Easy Way Out’
Get Pregnant Fast In recent discussions surrounding childbirth, there’s a prevailing notion that a C-section is somehow the “easy way out.” This mindset is not only misguided but deeply dismissive of the challenges that come with this surgical procedure. A candid reflection from a new mom, Clara Jennings, highlights the harsh realities of undergoing and…
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Discrimination and Mistreatment of Plus-Size Women During Pregnancy and Childbirth
Get Pregnant Fast Imagine being told that your body doesn’t know how to go into labor simply because you belong to a certain demographic. You’re immediately labeled as high-risk, and the next thing you know, you’re being pressured into an induction because the medical professional on call has preconceived notions about people like you. This…
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10 Surprising Realities Nobody Warns You About After Giving Birth
Get Pregnant Fast Childbirth classes felt like a must-do for me during my pregnancy. As someone who thrives on knowledge and prefers the raw truth over sugar-coated tales, I was that eager participant, notes in hand. With twins on the way, my anxiety levels were already high, so I wanted to be fully prepared. My…
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Ryan Reynolds: “A Human Being Will Exit Your Partner, So She’s Done Enough”
Get Pregnant Fast In the journey of parenthood, Ryan Reynolds delivers some refreshingly honest advice that should resonate with every new dad. During a recent chat on a late-night show, Ryan offered his perspective on what men should prioritize after their partners have gone through the intense experience of childbirth. He emphasized that the key…
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Viral Meme Criticizes Moms Who Opt for C-Sections as Selfish and Lazy
Get Pregnant Fast Another week brings yet another viral meme making its rounds on social media. This time, it’s from a group calling themselves “Disciples of the New Dawn.” Their aim? To mock women who have had cesarean sections by suggesting that those who undergo surgical births have simply “caught a lucky break” and lack…