Many people create a birth plan to state their preferences for labor and delivery. A birth plan will: help you think through your preferences ahead of time, explore different options you might not ...

There are lots of things we’re told about pregnancy, but when it actually happens to you, you realise there’s so much more to learn. In Unexpected, we’ll chart some of the less spoken about things ...

Birthing your child without drugs isn't easy, but it is possible. Follow these guidelines to increase your chances of having a successful natural birth. Birthing your child without drugs isn't easy, ...

For expectant parents, navigating pregnancy, delivery and postpartum can raise a range of emotions. There are so many things to think about and prepare for, and knowing where to start can feel ...

If a baby is in your future, you’ve likely been planning ahead — stocking up on diapers, newborn clothes and blankets, as well as considering how you’ll name your little one. “But before the baby is ...

You're having a baby! Wonderful news! On average, women will experience giving birth just a few times in their lives. Each pregnancy and birth experience is special and unique. With a little planning, ...

The birth plan. It’s simple enough in theory: A birth plan is essentially a means by which you can outline your wants and desires for your labor and birth experience. But do a quick Google search and ...

The expectation and reality of the birth of my daughter could not have been more different. While I'd read over and over again that having a birth plan was mostly silly, given how rarely things go as ...

When preparing for the birth of her third baby, Grace Greene of Jackson, Mississippi, had every reason to believe her planned home birth would go smoothly. She had delivered her second child at home ...