Category: Delivery

What is spinal anesthesia?

What is spinal anesthesia?

My friend gave birth to a beautiful boy this week and she said that the anesthetist performed spinal anesthesia to quickly soothe her pain during
Forceps or Cesarean?

Forceps or Cesarean?

Forceps are a metal instrument that looks like two opposing spoons.
Can I eat during labour?

Can I eat during labour?

Marie, I was wondering if I can eat during labour at the hospital. I want to bring snacks because if I go 2 hours without
Is it better to tear or have an episiotomy during childbirth?

Is it better to tear or have an episiotomy during childbirth?

My name is Florence, and I am pregnant for the first time. I am at 29 weeks. Last week, I had a friend who had
Why try a VBAC?

Why try a VBAC?

To learn more about VBACs, go to Vaginal Birth After Caesarean (VBAC). Why try a VBAC? Without a doubt, vaginal births are much less risky
Photo - épidurale pendant un accouchement

Epidural or Spinal Anesthesia

What is the difference between an epidural and spinal anesthesia during delivery?
Let’s Talk Placenta

Let’s Talk Placenta

During your 20-week ultrasound the doctor might say that your placenta is marginal, or low-lying, or partial previa or complete previa.
Are there different labour and childbirth positions?

Are there different labour and childbirth positions?

I recently read an article from Europe that talked about different helpful positions during labour and childbirth suggested by a doctor over there. I was
Caesarean or no?

Caesarean or no?

A caesarian is another way to bring a baby into the world, and it’s very important to talk about it when preparing for childbirth.
Having a Baby that is Different

Having a Baby that is Different

Hello Parents, Today I will talk about a delicate subject. Living with a “different” child is a subject that is difficult to talk about with
Attachment and Prematurity

Attachment and Prematurity

To learn more about neonatology, go to What should you expect if your baby is in the neonatal unit? (French only) Attachment to a premature
Vaginal Birth After Caesarean (VBAC)

Vaginal Birth After Caesarean (VBAC)

Hello Future Parents, Once again I have a hot topic I want to talk to you about. Some mothers out there have maybe already had