When we talk about pregnancy, we often focus on the joy, excitement, and anticipation of bringing new life into the world. But for many women, the experience includes heartbreak—pregnancy loss. And the truth is, we don’t talk about it enough. Losing a pregnancy, whether it’s early on or further along, can be one of the […]

Let’s talk about a term that might sound a bit unconventional—freebirth. You’ve probably heard of home births or births assisted by midwives, but freebirth takes things a step further. Simply put, freebirth is when you choose to have your baby without any help from a healthcare provider, whether that’s a doctor or midwife. Why would […]

You probably know that the placenta is important during pregnancy, but do you know what its role is and what it actually does? Let’s talk about one of the most hardworking organs in pregnancy: the placenta. This amazing organ plays a critical role in supporting your baby’s growth and development. Why is the placenta important? […]

Whether home or hospital birth, rarely does someone go into labor expecting a Cesarean section (C-section), but about one-third of births end up this way. In 2022, about 32.1% of live births in the U.S. were C-sections, a significant statistic to digest. So, what’s going on? Why do so many births end this way? It’s complicated. C-sections can save lives, but there’s also an ongoing conversation about how often they’re necessary.