If you have a c section, or are planning to deliver your baby with a c section for medical reasons, you may be surprised at the amount of time needed to...
Author - Patricia Hughes
Patricia Hughes is a freelance writer and mother of four. Patricia has a Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education from Florida Atlantic University. She has written extensively on pregnancy, childbirth, parenting and breastfeeding. In addition, she has written about home décor and travel.
Stretch marks are a common worry among pregnant women and new mothers. They are the result of the weight you gain during pregnancy. This weight causes the skin...
If you are planning to have a baby in the next year or so, its time to start planning now. This is the time to take stock of your lifestyle and health. Start...
Most first time mothers are surprised at the recovery process after the birth of a baby. Your body needs to heal physically after the baby is born. Gradually...
One of the first decisions you will need to make in your pregnancy is who will provide your medical care? The two main choices are a midwife or an obstetrician...
by Patricia Hughes Post Partum Depression is one of the most common problems women experience after the birth of a baby. It is basically depression that occurs...
If you are expecting a baby and want to stay home, you need to determine if you can make it on one income. You will need to figure out your monthly expenses...
One of the best ways to be an effective labor coach is to get educated about child birth. Attend childbirth classes with her during labor. Make an effort to be...
During the first month of pregnancy rapid changes happen to the fertilized egg. By the 25th day, the heart forms and begins to beat. The spinal cord is...
The second month of pregnancy continues to bring changes for the baby. The embryo is getting closer to looking like a real baby. The head and trunk can be seen...
