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Why do women lie on their backs to give birth?
The story, true or not, is that Louis XVI wanted to see the birth of his son, and asked the obstetrician if he could place the queen (Marie Antoinette) on…
Will evening primrose oil help me go into labor?
Here is a thoughtful response from Mary Knauer, CNM. (more…)
Why do I need to take folic acid before and during pregnancy?
Folic acid is a B-vitamin that is essential for normal neural tube closure and development in the fetus. (more…)
What should I know about pre-eclampsia (toxemia)?
Preeclampsia is more common in first-time moms and very young or older moms. It is not certain what causes preeclampsia or why some women are more prone to get it,…
Should I be scared if I feel contractions before my due date?
First, it is important to know that your "due date" should really be thought of as a "due month." (more…)
Is It OK to have sex when I am pregnant?
Almost any kind of sexual activity is all right in pregnancy if there are no problems and the mother-to-be (that's you) wants to have it. (more…)
How often should my baby move?
Babies should move at least 10 times every 12 hours. Most babies move much more often than that. Some even move hundreds of times each day. (more…)
Baby Dos and Don’ts – Just for Fun
Funny drawings showing you the right and wrong way to take care of baby. One of many from this site.
Why is nitrous oxide for pain relief unavailable to most women giving birth in the United States when it is available in so many other countries?
This is the question posed by Judith Rooks, CNM, MS, MPH, a well-known midwifery author, epidemiologist, and researcher. As Ms. Rooks notes in her editorial in the March…
Is Morning Sickness a Sign of a Healthy Pregnancy?
According to an article by Anahad O'Connor in the Health section of the New York Times (Jan 16, 2007), studies have shown that there is a lower rate of miscarriage…