third trimester

It often feels like life is moving faster and faster all the time, but in the delivery room, things are actually slowing down. A recent National Institutes of Health study found that ... READ MORE

Cheerful Spring Baby Names

It might be freezing or even snowing in your neck of the woods but spring is right around the corner. If you have a baby due in the spring months, consider a cheerful baby name inspired by ... READ MORE

5 Icky Side Effects of Pregnancy

When you’re pregnant, there’s plenty to talk about. You’ll want to get the scoop from other parents about how they got their bubs to sleep, you’ll have to discuss decorating the baby’s room, ... READ MORE

Making Time for Childbirth Classes: A How-to Guide

One of the biggest arguments made for moms or couples who don’t attend childbirth classes is “I/we don’t have time.” And in today’s over-scheduled, over-committed and over-worked life, it’s ... READ MORE

Mama and the Media: What to Watch During Pregnancy

Saturday night date night has most likely taken on a new form during pregnancy. Skip the trip to the theater and watch these great birth flicks in the comfort of your own home, where it’s ... READ MORE

If I Have an OB-GYN, Do I Need a Doula Too?

Having a doula is like having a personal trainer. You’re familiar with the equipment at the gym, but a trainer gives you the support you need to finish your workout. Your OB-GYN is usually ... READ MORE

Can Pregnancy Hormones Make You Clingy?

It’s reader email week and I’ve picked my favorite. I’m not going to name my e-mailer because I think she speaks for a lot of women. Here’s what she wrote:My question is a little less about ... READ MORE

What You Need to Know About Giving Birth by Cesarean Section

No matter what type of birth you’re planning (and hoping) for, you shouldn’t rule out the possibility of a Cesarean section. While the C-section delivery rate recently declined for the first ... READ MORE

Lamaze Breathing: What You Need To Know

Once upon a time, the hallmark of Lamaze childbirth education was “breathing” (hee, hoo, hee, hoo). Over the years, Lamaze has evolved into a comprehensive approach to childbirth, part of ... READ MORE

4 Questions to Ask Before Baby Comes

A lot of things will change once your baby arrives. You’ll feel zonked. You’ll spend a lot of time thinking about poop. And you’ll learn to dissect the nuances of a cry with the precision of ... READ MORE