Pregnancy and COVID-19: What We Know (& a Few Things We Don’t)
We tackle the questions: Am I at higher risk for COVID-19 because I’m pregnant? What about my prenatal appointments? Should I change my Birth Plan? What about breastfeeding?
We tackle the questions: Am I at higher risk for COVID-19 because I’m pregnant? What about my prenatal appointments? Should I change my Birth Plan? What about breastfeeding?
An expectant mom is moving to the suburbs and deciding on whether to stay with her current OB care and birth location or chose one that will be closer to home. We have some thoughts on the pros and cons of each.
A new mom is very upset about the traumatic birth of her baby and we believe she may be suffering from postpartum depression and needs to seek help immediately.
We received an important request on behalf of NPR and ProPublica, who are teaming up for deep-dive investigation into why so many American women die — or come close to dying — during pregnancy and childbirth. Please consider taking a few minutes to share your story.
An early weeks postpartum mom is suffering from a severe bladder issue and is turning to our readers for some knowledge, advice and comfort.
Expectant parents are debating how to handle childcare arrangements for their toddler when they’re in the hospital for childbirth. They’re at a stalemate over grandparent childcare.
An expectant mom is in search of pregnancy and baby book recommendations for her husband. We’ve got some ideas but would love your opinions as well!
What do you do and say when not only do many people inquire about your birth plan, but then those same busybodies try to change your mind?
What’s the etiquette on visiting family and friends at the hospital after they deliver a baby?
A first-time expectant mom needs advice on how to manage her pushy family and in-laws before, during and after labor and delivery.
I’m pregnant and live overseas, but want to come home for my third trimester and the birth…with or without my husband.
My mom really, really wants to be in the room when I deliver. I really, really don’t. How can I tell her without hurting her feelings?
My parents are hurt because I don’t want to tell them when I go into labor.
After a difficult pregnancy, birth and newborn experience, a mother wants to know: Am I a monster for hating every minute of those “magical moments?”
I want my mom to be there during labor and delivery. My husband is all but marking his territory by peeing in the snow. Help!
Stephanie of Adventures in Babywearing tells us why she chose a homebirth and why it was right for her, plus some of the more practical aspects of recovering from a birth at home from the get-go.
Okay, somebody probably did try to tell me, but I probably wasn’t paying attention. PAY ATTENTION, YOU!
Coping with regret, sadness and the sense that you’re being ridiculous when you don’t get the birth experience you dreamed of.
Amalah interviews Catherine of Her Bad Mother fame for some honest talk about tears and episiotomies. Hold onto your pants, ladies.
Having a great time! Wish you were here! Try the mystery meat with a side of jello!