Having a Baby

Midwifery has a long and rich history in New Mexico—long before its statehood—rooted in its diverse cultural heritage and the vital role of traditional birth attendants. This article will look at some of that history in New Mexico and midwifery practice in general.

Use the latest technology to hear the heartbeat of your growing child! Yes, you can download an app to your smartphone to hear your unborn baby's heartbeat whenever you want. Learn more about how it works and which five apps for iOS (Apple devices) are best.

Here is a breakdown of what you really need for your new baby!

Feeling bored and frustrated while you're waiting for your due date to arrive (however far into the future that is)? Here are some ideas for staying busy and productive when you're pregnant.

Do you feel restless and anxious until you take a pregnancy test? Normal. But what you take one every day? You might be dealing with a peeing on a stick (POAS) addiction. Here’s how to handle your obsession so you can enjoy life outside of waiting for a big fat positive (BFP).

Here's a list of ten annoying things people say to you when you have a baby, mostly unwanted advice and comments about trying for another.

One in four pregnancies ends in a miscarriage. I aim to give advice and comfort to anyone who has experienced this traumatic event.

Is it going to be a boy or a girl? Here are a few old wives' tales on how to tell what your child will be without using conventional technology.

Is the two-week wait driving you crazy? Take a break from looking up pregnancy symptoms and study up on what to stay away from until you can finally take a test.

While selenium is related to beneficial reproductive effects, it also has a dark side that a potential mother-to-be should be aware of. This article uses scientific articles to show the benefits and side effects of Brazil nuts when trying to conceive.

Here are five myths and rumors about miscarriage that aren't true and some facts about what can increase the risk.

Have you noticed that a lot of people were born on September 16? There is a reason why.

This is a list of things you don't need for a baby!

For years, I desperately wanted a baby. I'm not alone—here are some of the most common reasons why people aren't able to start their family when they'd like and how to handle each situation.

Are you hosting a baby shower for a little girl? Are you wondering where to start your planning? Here are 100+ amazing shower ideas to suit any mom-to-be.

Your labor, postpartum, nursery, and lactation nurses will be the most important people in your circle for the first few days of your newborn's life. There are a million things we want you to know, but I will give you the first dozen and a half to get you on your way to a great birth experience.

Having a baby in the US is downright expensive, and in most middle-class families, both parents have to work to make ends meet. If you are looking to take longer than the (shockingly short) 6 weeks of maternity leave offered by most jobs, below are a few ways to finance your own leave.

I have only been a mother for a short time, but I have learned a lot of things along the way. In this article, I list seven things I have learned in hopes of helping, encouraging, and relating to other new mothers!

Not ready to share the news of your pregnancy yet? Here's advice on how to not let on you are pregnant while avoiding drinking alcohol, plus six excuses for not drinking.

What are the worst parts of pregnancy? While I love my son dearly, pregnancy wasn't something I would say was "fun." I hope you can laugh along with me.

Early labor is the time it takes for the cervix to reach 3-4 centimeters. Signs of early labor include irregular contractions (5 or more minutes apart, lasting 30-90 seconds), lower back pain, and pelvic pressure. This article discusses the most effective approach to speed up your early labor.

The key to understanding some of the strangest pregnancy symptoms is knowing that just about everything stems from the heightened levels of pregnancy hormones. Most everything goes away after delivery, but you'll be surprised at which of these 34 symptoms sticks around.

What can you do at home to help with labor pain? Can you take Tylenol? What else can you do? Fortunately, there are many pain relief options available. Here's an extensive list of alternative, non-medicated, and pharmaceutical options for at-home pain management during labor.

Are you feeling every pregnancy symptom ever, yet you keep getting a negative test? Wondering, "Why do I feel pregnant when I'm not?" Here are some reasons why this might be happening.

Most couples wait a few years between marriage and baby, but sometimes not waiting makes more sense.

Early symptoms of hyperemesis gravidarum can differ from typical early signs of pregnancy. Here's a guide to what HG symptoms are and how they can manifest.

Have you recently found out that you are pregnant and don't know what to do next? Follow the steps outlined here to increase your chances of a healthy and safe pregnancy.

We asked experienced moms what they couldn't live without in the first days and weeks post-birth and this is the list they came up with.

Learn all about pregnancy stress, risks, and precautions. Plus, 17 ways to help you overcome it and have a healthy pregnancy for you and your baby.

To maximize your chances of having a baby, you need to know when it's the best time to get pregnant during your cycle. This article will cover factors like cycle length, sperm levels, and more.

Are you craving pineapple while pregnant and wondering why? You're not alone. Here's a list of common pregnancy cravings, what they could mean, and how to manage them.

The Bradley method of natural childbirth focuses on giving birth your way, in the relaxing environment of your choosing, and with your partner at hand.

This article describes what every pregnant woman should know about prodromal labor. Most women are told their woes are due to Braxton-Hicks, but I am here to give you more information so you are more knowledgeable when prodomal labor happens to you.

Building your own family is a huge step. Here's what I wish I would have done more before I got married and had kids.

What are the options for women who want to get pregnant at 50 or older? And what are the odds of having a healthy baby? Here's what you need to know before trying.

If you have experienced the tragic loss of a newborn baby, whether through stillbirth or loss in the NICU, you're not alone.

Pregnancy causes many changes to your body, particularly your pelvic floor. Learn what to expect and how to correct postpartum issues with your pelvic floor.

Does the use of Pre-Seed, or any other "fertility-friendly" lubricant like Conceive Plus or Balance Activ Conceive, cause miscarriage? Does it interfere with sperm screening or affect DNA within the sperm? I contact the manufacturers of various fertility lubricants to find out the truth.

Find out what's killing the male reproductive swimmers and discover the best lubricant on the market for keeping those swimmers mobile, viable, and strong. Data provided is backed by scientific research from peer-reviewed, scientific articles, and journals.

Carpal tunnel syndrome is a fairly common diagnosis during pregnancy. But it can also result in numbness and tingling in the fingers and sometimes wrist pain. Discover easy relief strategies with this guide.

Whether you're a pregnant foreigner, planning to get pregnant in Japan, or are just interested in the differences between Japan and the West, this article details some surprising facts.

Trying to decipher the differences between hyperemesis gravidarum and typical morning sickness? Here are the signs and symptoms of true HG.

Just cracked open your digital pregnancy test to find two blue lines? Wondering what other digital tests look like when opened? Here's pictures of how negative and positive digitals look on the inside.

Become more aware of placental previa in about the 20th week of pregnancy so that you can ask your doctor to check if you have it and make an effort to prevent any bad outcomes.

Dealing with vomiting, diarrhea and even a fever and worried that your stomach bug could hurt your baby? Fear not. Here's how I survived the stomach flu at six months pregnant.

A list of practical and affordable gift ideas for babies and parents, from swaddle blankets to adventure rugs.

Did you have unprotected sex and now you're worried that you might be pregnant? Here are some resources and information to help you wade through the worry.

A menstrual cup can help couples achieve their goal of pregnancy when used as directed in this article.

TTC tips to try, including getting pregnant with a soft cup or taking mucinex, before giving up or trying a drastic solution.

After only three hours of very fast labor, my baby girl was born in our bed at home—surprise!