Guys, there is so much to look forward to about pregnancy and birth: the adorable socks, that thing babies do when they grab your finger, and, you know finally getting that other living thing out of ...

Let's talk a bit more about contractions. I would love to add a note of unique profundity to the discussion of the idea of contraction. I have skirted the idea a bit. What is the contraction? It is ...

There's a big learning curve when it comes to pregnancy. For many expecting parents, just thinking about contractions can be nerve-wracking because they are associated with pain and the start of labor ...

Contractions are when the muscles of your uterus tighten and then relax. This is your body’s way of preparing for labour. At ...

Here's what happens during each stage of labor – from how long each stage lasts to what you might feel. Labor happens in three stages — early labor and dilation, pushing and delivery, and finally, ...

Pregnancy seems to come with endless unknowns. Like, for instance, why on earth did nobody mention that trapped wind in pregnancy is very much a thing? Is pregnant sex actually safe? And what, pray ...

It was the morning after I'd given birth to my first child. My adrenaline had worn off, I got a few hours of sleep, and I actually felt relaxed. My brand new baby began to stir so I quickly ceased the ...

When you've spent so many months anticipating giving birth, the first sign of contractions can be exciting and confusing. However, not all contractions mean you're going into labor. Braxton Hicks ...

The Lamaze breath technique was first introduced in the 1960s as part of an overarching birthing method. Medical settings at hospitals are often highly controlled and restrictive for the safety of ...

One of the biggest things a first-time mother may wonder as she approaches her due date is what contractions will feel like during labor. Many women may even wonder if they will be able to recognize ...