Tag: childbirth
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The Disturbing Reality of the ‘Husband Stitch’
Get Pregnant Fast If you’ve managed to get through today without feeling overwhelmed, let me remind you that distressing realities unfold every day. It’s time to hit refresh and confront some unsettling truths. Here’s something many may not know—unless they’ve given birth: during labor, many women face tearing, while others may undergo an episiotomy, a…
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Using a Rebozo for Pregnancy, Labor, and Birth
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to experiencing comfort during pregnancy and childbirth, you might want to explore the benefits of using a traditional Mexican shawl known as a rebozo. This versatile piece of fabric not only provides support during labor but can also be beneficial in the postpartum period. What is a Rebozo? A…
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Forget Ice Chips: Eating During Labor Could Be Beneficial
Get Pregnant Fast A recent review of research indicates that healthy women with low-risk pregnancies might actually benefit from eating during labor. If you’ve experienced childbirth in a hospital, you’re likely familiar with the frustrating ritual of munching on ice chips when all you crave is real food. Traditionally, women have been advised against eating…
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Mothers: You Are Incredibly Brave
Get Pregnant Fast When Lisa and I embarked on the journey of parenthood, I didn’t truly grasp the depth of her bravery. Sure, I had encountered tales about the complexities of childbirth and seen movies that depicted it in a humorous light, with mothers exclaiming, “You did this to me!” while fathers scrambled to boil…
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Confessions of a Birthing Class Misfit
Get Pregnant Fast When I envisioned my first birthing experience, I pictured a serene atmosphere filled with soft music, smiling faces, and me effortlessly giving birth in my bathtub. I had seen the documentaries; I thought I knew exactly what I wanted. So when I stumbled upon a hypnobirthing class advertised at the birthing center…
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Vaginal Birth with Twins: What to Expect During Labor and Delivery
Get Pregnant Fast So, you’re pregnant with twins! Congratulations! You might have heard that having more than one baby automatically means a C-section, but that’s not entirely true. In fact, around half of all twin births happen vaginally. It’s important to remember that every pregnancy is unique, and labor can get a bit tricky with…
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Dear Friends, Childbirth Is Not a Spectator Sport
Get Pregnant Fast Are you feeling pressure from family or friends to have them attend your birth? Maybe in-laws assume they have an open invitation? It’s time to assert your boundaries, expectant mother. Do it now. When did we collectively decide that having a crowd in the delivery room was acceptable? As if the awkwardness…
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You Won’t Care About Your Pubic Hair During Labor
Get Pregnant Fast If you’re gearing up for labor and finding yourself anxious about the state of your lady garden, let me share a bit of wisdom I once heard from a beloved ice princess: Let it go. I’m not suggesting you waddle into a salon for a Brazilian wax while nine months pregnant—though if…
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5 Surprising Insights About Pregnancy: A Father’s Take
Get Pregnant Fast Pregnancy is a journey filled with unexpected twists and turns, even for a seasoned dad like me. Having three kids, I thought I had it all figured out, but each pregnancy brought its own surprises. Growing up as the youngest in my family, I had never lived with a pregnant woman before,…
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Delivering the Placenta: What to Anticipate During Placenta Delivery
Get Pregnant Fast Congratulations! Your little one has arrived, and now you’re faced with one last important step — the delivery of the placenta. This part of the process, often referred to as the afterbirth, is significant and marks a transition from pregnancy to parenthood. While it may initially seem like an anticlimactic conclusion (“it’s…