Category: Delivery

Should I try a VBAC?

Should I try a VBAC?

I am 23 weeks pregnant with my second baby. I had a caesarean section for my first baby during labour, and now I have to
Vaginal Birth After Caesarean (VBAC)

Vaginal Birth After Caesarean (VBAC)

Some mothers out there have maybe already had a caesarean section, either planned or during labour. Doctors may have different reasons to take this decision
VBAC Success Rates

VBAC Success Rates

If you want to learn about the reasons for a VBAC, read Why try a VBAC? As you read, VBAC success rates are high, but
Premature Baby Development

Premature Baby Development

To learn more about the return home, read Returning Home with the Baby. Updated article : October, 2023. When parents have a premature baby, they
What is prematurity?

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
Returning Home with a Premature Baby

Returning Home with a Premature Baby

To read the previous, read Prematurity and Breastfeeding. Many parents wonder when a premature baby can go home with them. An excellent question, but there
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.
Forceps or Cesarean?

Forceps or Cesarean?

Forceps are a metal instrument that looks like two opposing spoons.
Donating Breast Milk: A Gift of Self

Donating Breast Milk: A Gift of Self

There are many ways to give to others in life, improve lives, do good things, give, serve and make a difference by doing a great
Good vs. Not-so-Good Bacteria

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.
I am having contractions several times a day.

I am having contractions several times a day.

Marie, I am 30 weeks pregnant and having contractions several times a day, especially when I stand up. Is this normal? Thanks for your help,
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