Mastitis is a painful condition that occurs when breast tissue becomes inflamed, usually due to infection. It most commonly affects…
Group B Streptococcus (GBS) is a type of bacteria found in the intestines, rectum, or vagina. Many people carry GBS…
Effleurage is a gentle massage technique used during labor to help a woman manage pain and discomfort. It involves light,…
The glucose tolerance test (GTT) is a common and important screening tool used during pregnancy to check for gestational diabetes.…
You may need a cervical check at your OB appointment, but it depends on your stage of pregnancy and any…
Membrane stripping is a medical procedure sometimes done for expectant mothers near their due date. It can help start labor.…
If you think you are in labor, it is important to know when to go to the hospital. Here are…
Yes, you might still want to have a doula even if you’re having a c-section. A doula is a person…
When a woman is pregnant, her baby grows inside a sac of fluid called the amniotic sac. As she gets…
Pregnancy induction is a process doctors use to start labor. Sometimes, your doctor may decide, due to medical reasons, that…