Giving Birth

Yes, this is normal. Doctors explain that after giving birth, doctors often explain to mothers that they will experience some level of vaginal bleeding with mucus, uterine tissues, and other uterine materials. This discharge is called lochia, and it’s a normal part of the postpartum period. Still, since hemorrhage or excessive bleeding is a risk […]

Forceps delivery is a form of assisted delivery or instrumental delivery wherein the healthcare provider uses an instrument (forceps or vacuum) to guide the baby out of the birth canal. Some practitioners still use forceps to this day - when absolutely necessary - but the truth is that it has already fallen out of favor […]

Sex is an integral part of a couple's life and a necessary act to get pregnant. In this article, we aim to answer the central question: can orgasm cause miscarriage? Whether you have a desire to have - or avoid - sex, people are still unclear about its effects on pregnancy. Some experts believe that […]

Giving birth is a beautiful yet painful experience for mothers. There is no experience that can compare to it. It can also be cited as proof why women have a greater tolerance for pain than men do. There are all kinds of muscles at work as women bring a new life into the world. Unfortunately, […]

It is your second time being pregnant and while you are excited for baby #2 to arrive, you may also be worrying that may go through pregnancy differently. This is especially true if first one was through a C-section due to certain conditions. But, you are now given the opportunity to deliver naturally. What do […]

Being pregnant is not easy. During this time, your body will go through significant changes for nine, long months, including skin changes, weight gain, and hormonal changes. All of these happen while you're preparing to bring a new life into the world. With this added responsibility, it's natural for you to want to eat properly […]

Mothers who are about to give birth often spend some time searching for things to expect during labor and delivery. Often, they want to have a glimpse of what will happen once they are in the hospital or birthing clinic. Will they need intravenous fluid? What medications will the doctor give? How long before they […]

Miscarriage is unfortunately a common concern in early pregnancy. When it happens, a woman may or may not require a dilation and curettage (D&C) procedure, or a "raspa." But should a woman who miscarries always get a raspa? Is it possible for women to have a miscarriage without raspa procedure? This article shares what is […]

A chemical pregnancy is something that not a lot of people are aware of, even if they are fairly common. But what exactly is a chemical pregnancy? Read on to find out about chemical pregnancy symptoms, what causes it, and if it can be prevented. What Is a Chemical Pregnancy? The term "chemical pregnancy" is actually a […]

Imagine: you are just a few months away from your due date, but you still have a long list of things to prepare and consider as an expectant mother in the middle of a pandemic. Apart from sterilizing and disinfecting all baby things, giving birth also requires you to look into potential hospitals that are […]