If motherhood came with a manual, I think mine must have fallen behind the dryer sometime in the early 90s. I raised three children who are now grown adults in their thirties, and I can tell you with complete honesty that no book or expert ever captured what parenting...
Everyone talks about pregnancy in neat, three-part segments. First trimester: exhaustion and nausea. Second: energy and baby kicks. Third: swollen feet, anticipation, and the countdown to birth. But when the baby finally arrives, the chart ends, the attention shifts,...
Pooping during labor is normal, common, and not the disaster you think it is. Here’s what really happens—and why it means you’re doing it right.
Overview This compelling article from Women’s Health Magazine examines the most persistent myths about alcohol, from the “health benefits” of red wine to the idea that moderation means the same thing for everyone. Backed by research and expert insight, the article...
Quick Facts Born: April 4, 1802 • Hampden, MaineDied: July 17, 1887 (aged 85) • Trenton, New JerseyKnown For:• Reforming treatment of the mentally ill in the U.S.• Advocating for and founding over 30 mental health institutions• Campaigning for humane, rehabilitative...
Quick Facts Born: October 15, 1880 • Edinburgh, Scotland Died: October 2, 1958 (aged 77) • Dorking, Surrey, England Known For: Co-founding the first birth control clinic in the United Kingdom. Writing influential books on sexuality like "Married Love" and "Wise...
Childbirth is one of the most transformative and awe-inspiring experiences a woman can have. Yet, it’s also a process filled with intricacies, one of which is the baby's position inside the womb. While many factors influence the course of labor, the alignment of the...
Overview Breech positioning can be a common concern for expecting mothers, especially as they approach their due date. In "Why Did My Baby Stay Breech?" from Spinning Babies, the article discusses various reasons a baby may remain in the breech position, including...