The Big Day

When you’re pregnant, choosing between “baby chick” or “sun porch” yellow paint for the nursery can seem like a life-altering decision. So when it comes to the big choices, such as deciding on your birth plan, considering an unconventional method might seem like more than you can handle. But “Many modern birthing choices take the power away from the woman and give it to the … [Read more...] about Would you give birth under water?

Rush Hour Should you worry about delivering in the car? It happened to these couples. Because labor rarely happens as you imagine, doctors recommend having a flexible birth plan.  But not making it to the hospital?  Well, even though it’s extremely rare, pregnant women have faced the daunting task of having their baby on the way there. Take Christina Liceaga, of New York … [Read more...] about Should you worry about delivering in the car?

Diary Of A C-Section   A moment-by-moment account of one woman’s life-changing surgery Bent over an exercise ball in front of 20 of my peers, I tried to relax as my husband gently massaged my lower back.  No, I wasn’t in labor.  I was in class preparing to give birth.  Every Thursday evening for four weeks, my husband, Greg, my bump, and I dutifully trekked to … [Read more...] about What really happens during a C-Section

Your birth partner plays an important role in the delivery of your baby. To help keep nerves calm and focus high—as well as let him know his presence means a lot—prepare a hospital bag full of goodies for him. Gift wrap it and present it two or three weeks before your deliver. Here’s what to include, from Queens, NY, baby coordinator Roselle Andrea: Contact list that … [Read more...] about Prepping a hospital bag for new dad