Category: Delivery

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)
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
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
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?
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
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
During your 20-week ultrasound the doctor might say that your placenta is marginal, or low-lying, or partial previa or complete previa.

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
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.
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,