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Ceasearans, or C-Sections, represent about 30% of births in the U.S. The C-Section rate is high enough that it is the most common surgery performed in the country, with thousands performed nationwide every day. Despite its commonality, it is still a major surgery that can require significant recovery time. Significant recovery time postpartum can mean [...]

In addition to installing the car seat, packing your hospital bag is a monumental step in getting real about baby’s arrival. It’s a good idea to have things ready to go around week 36 of your pregnancy or even earlier if you’re high risk or expecting multiples. You may only stay in the hospital overnight, [...]

As if some of the most common symptoms of pregnancy (fatigue, nausea, swelling) and postpartum recovery (pain, hormone changes, hair loss) weren't enough, there's one very unpleasant side effect you may have to deal with in both pre and post-birth stages: hemorrhoids. Hemorrhoids are more of a nuisance than anything, but once you have them [...]

Your body goes through so many changes during pregnancy. You may tear up at sappy commercials, your breasts may swell, and your skin may glow (or break out). Your bowels also undergo major changes, which may unfortunately cause constipation. Your internal organs, including your intestines, have to move around a bit to make room [...]

The first postpartum poop. If you're currently pregnant, it may not be something you're even remotely worried about, but seasoned moms can tell you that it's often monumental. And not usually in a good way. It may seem obvious that after having a vaginal birth, bearing down to go to the bathroom and putting any [...]

You've probably heard that most adults need about eight 8-ounce glasses of water or other hydrating fluid per day, 64 ounces total. What you may not know is that your water needs increase while you’re pregnant and then increase even more if you choose to breastfeed. It’s recommended that pregnant women consume about ten 8-ounce [...]

WHAT ARE HEMORRHOIDS? Hemorrhoids are an unfortunate fact of life that are estimated to affect at least 5% of Americans and affect a much greater proportion of pregnant or expecting women and those over 50. What are they? Besides literally a major pain in the rear? Hemorrhoids are swollen, inflamed veins in or around [...]

Let's start by saying, if you think you may have hemorrhoids, you are probably right. But here is some more specific information to help you self-diagnose and, more importantly, start down the path of getting some relief. Hemorrhoids are swollen, inflamed veins in or around the anus. While not necessarily life-threatening, they are certainly a [...]