There's no ironclad rule on when to bathe your newborn for the first time, but your little one might benefit if you wait at least half a day after delivery.
A new mom finds comfort when her nurse reveals they both speak a rare indigenous Mayan language.
Have your baby your way, without feeling rushed in labor and delivery.
Labor pain relief comes in many forms, but the handy little TENS unit is a non-pharmacological approach with no known side effects.
Born with her liver and other organs outside her body, Karlee endured more than a dozen lifesaving surgeries. Today, she’s a vibrant 7-year-old.
The FDA has approved a new medication specifically for postpartum depression. The catch: It has some tight restrictions.
As a new baby makes his way into the world, his great-great-grandfather fights to survive a major heart attack.
New moms face a host of changes in a short period of time. It's essential they have resources to navigate the fourth trimester.
Hormones play a formidable role all throughout pregnancy and childbirth. And sometimes it's a delicate balance.
Try this fresh perspective on pregnancy and childbirth to help you prepare for labor and delivery.
Silicon Valley has paired artificial intelligence with the everyday iPad to track blood loss experienced by mothers during delivery.
You might feel like you want to sleep all the time during pregnancy. It's essential to know how and when to balance out your sleep life.
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