Pregnant mothers often anxiously await the arrival of their little one. Unfortunately, this anxious waiting has turned into an epidemic of labor induction. Scientific research has recently uncovered the reality that labor induction poses several risks to both mother and baby. Recent studies described in this Babywearing International’s post have shown a strong relationship between [...]
Pregnancy and Infertility
Unusual Pregnancy Symptoms-You’re Not The Only One
July 28, 2011 – Posted in: Pregnancy and InfertilityWacky, embarrassing, and truly gross pregnancy side effects that your doctor may forget to mention. Sure, some moms-to-be exude a certain pregnant loveliness…until they fart in an elevator or snore like a foghorn in the night that sends their husbands straight to reviews of mattress topper for side sleepers online while they can’t sleep on [...]
Home Births At Highest Level Since 1990
May 26, 2011 – Posted in: Pregnancy and InfertilityThe number of women having babies at home increased 20% between 2004 to 2008 according to a new study. Women may prefer a home over a hospital birth for a variety of reasons including a desire for a low intervention birth in a familiar environment surrounded by family and friends. Cultural or religious concerns, lack [...]
Pregnancy and Contraction Characteristics
February 24, 2011 – Posted in: Pregnancy and InfertilityIt is possible to get contractions, that are not the result of going into labor, by as early as the second trimester. These types of irregular contractions are called Braxton Hicks Contractions (aka. “false labor) and occur due to the tightening of the uterine muscles as they prepare your body for the actual labor. This [...]