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My First Birth Was Crazy, But My Second Was Everything I'd Hoped For
by
Jess Carpenter
Just because your first birth was traumatic doesn't mean the second will be!
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My Fifth Baby's Pandemic Birth Story From A Small Rural Hospital
by
Erin Miroglio
A small hospital induction in the midst of the pandemic
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The Biggest Myths About Labor And Delivery That Just Aren't True
by
Michelle Stein
You might hear a lot of stories and advice, but don't believe everything you hear about labor and delivery.
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How To Get The Perfect Hospital Newborn Pictures If You Have To Take Them Yourself
by
Jess Carpenter
Want to DIY your hospital newborn pictures? Follow these tips to get natural, beautiful newborn photos without a professional photographer.
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'The Husband Stitch' And Other Bizarre Birth Practices You May Not Have Heard About
by
Michelle Stein
When it comes to birth, there are plenty of shocking practices out there!
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I've Given Birth Naturally And Medicated — Here's What I Learned
by
Olivia O'Bryon
Giving birth is work, no matter how you choose to make it happen.
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This NICU Mom With Moxie Became A Social Media Hero
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Olivia O'Bryon
Tracy is mom of five — triplet toddlers, older son, and NICU baby, Dylan — and she shared her inspiring NICU journey with the world.
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How To Prepare For A More Natural Childbirth
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Olivia O'Bryon
There's no wrong way to have a baby, but a lot of women are hopeful for fewer interventions. Here are some tips to avoid or delay an epidural.
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Shocking Things That Happen During (And After) Birth That Are Totally Normal
by
Jennifer Baires
Even a normal birth can be surprisingly weird!
LABOR & DELIVERY
Have Your Partner Read This Before You Give Birth
by
Jenna Jonaitis
Here are the surprises that come with childbirth — and helpful tips, too!
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I Don’t Care How You Gave Birth — You Amaze Me
by
Jenna Jonaitis
After the unexpected, I'll never look at mothers the same again.
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An Adoption Birth Story: Our Second Miracle
by
Emily Westbrooks
After heart-breaking failed matches, he was the one meant for us.
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Why Labor And Delivery Nurses Are Rock Stars In Our Book
by
Risa Kerslake
A tribute to those nurses who are there during our most vulnerable moments!
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An Adoption Birth Story: We Are the Lucky Ones
by
Emily Westbrooks
Because each family is born in a way they may never have expected.
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My Second Birth Was Just As Magical As My First
by
Kimmie Fink
It turns out second babies have their own unique birth stories, too.
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Learn the ABCs of L&D
by
Kimmie Fink
Get prepared before you welcome your little one.
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Popular Methods To Induce Labor
by
Olivia O'Bryon
From folklore to science-backed, you know you’re done when you’ll try anything.
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The Ultimate Hospital Bag Checklist
by
Kimmie Fink
You can't go wrong if your go-bag includes these items.
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Tips For Recovering From Birth
by
Olivia O'Bryon
Bouncing back is easier with these tips.