Category: Delivery
Epidural or Spinal Anesthesia
What is the difference between an epidural and spinal anesthesia during delivery?
What is prematurity?
Hello Parents, I have been planning on writing about prematurity for several weeks now. This theme is very important when planning and preparing for the
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
Good vs. Not-so-Good Bacteria
It’s all about balancing good vs. not-so-good bacteria. Balance is difficult to maintain and is influenced by different factors.
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
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
Why skin-to-skin at birth?
Marie, my friend told me that after giving birth to her child, the staff placed the baby directly on her, skin-to-skin. Why? Placing the baby
The Impacts of Having a Baby that is Different
If you haven’t already done so, read the previous part: Mourning a “Normal” Child. The arrival of a baby that is different in the lives
The World of Prematurity
Hello Parents, Prematurity is a vast world. As I explained in the article What is Prematurity?, there are different levels of prematurity, different experiences felt
What does a caesarean section wound look like?
I was wondering what I can expect for the caesarean wound after the surgery. Can you tell me a bit more?
What are the causes of hair loss during pregnancy and after childbirth?
If you want to learn more about hair loss, go to Hair loss during pregnancy and after childbirth. Si vous souhaitez en connaitre plus sur
Experiencing a Cesarean Section
Given that a caesarian is a major surgery which involves risks, I think that it’s important that future parents get informed about the procedure.