Your Childbirth Options – Which One Is Right For You?

Your Childbirth Options – Which One Is Right For You?These days, you have a lot of different options when it comes to how you want to give birth. While no option is going to offer a pain-free experience (if only!), some delivery methods could prove to be better suited to your needs and preferences.

Ideally, you’ll want to choose your delivery method long before the third trimester kicks in. That way, you have a lot more time to prepare, practice and create a backup plan for anything unexpected which may crop up on the day.

If you’re still undecided on which delivery method is right for you, or you’re even unsure what your options are, below you’ll discover everything you need to know about the various methods available.

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The Pros And Cons Of Childbirth Classes

The Pros And Cons Of Childbirth Classes

Are you trying to decide whether or not to attend childbirth classes? Pregnancy can be an exciting, yet daunting time. As the birth date draws ever-closer, it’s common to start to feel anxious and scared.

Childbirth classes are designed to prepare you for the big day, well as much as they can do anyway! Nothing can fully prepare you for the actual experience, but some knowledge of what to expect can make a huge difference when labor begins. That being said, like anything, there’s pros and cons of attending these classes. So, to help you make a decision that’s right for you, here we’ll explore the pros and cons of childbirth classes.

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During Labor, Why Are Ice Chips Given Instead Of Water?

During Labor, Why Are Ice Chips Given Instead Of Water?Women who have already given birth would more likely agree that going through labor is not a piece of cake. Labor is exhausting, energy-draining, and “dehydrating”; a phase that every mom-to-be experiences.

During labor, you might have asked yourself, “Why would they not allow us to drink when we badly feel the need for a thirst-quencher?” Are you also puzzled why they give you ice chips instead?

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10 Things You Won’t Expect To Happen After Giving Birth

10 Things You Won't Expect To Happen After Giving BirthOver the course of your pregnancy, you get told a lot of information about what to expect throughout the different stages. You’ll likely even receive advice about the birth and common things to expect afterwards. However, there are some things that you aren’t told about which can be pretty disturbing. While you can never truly prepare for motherhood, here you’ll discover some of the more unexpected things you have to look forward to…

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Postpartum Depression – Everything You Need to Know

Postpartum Depression – Everything You Need to KnowWhen you have a baby your whole life changes, so it’s not surprising you are likely to experience a wide range of emotions after the birth. As well as the initial joy you feel when your little one comes into the world, fear and sadness are also common emotions that many new parents experience. The problem comes when these emotions start to have a major impact on your life.

Postpartum (sometimes called postnatal) depression is something that isn’t often talked about, yet it’s surprisingly common. It is said to affect over 1 in 8 women and can occur anytime in the first year after the birth. What’s more surprising is that it can also affect men, though this is pretty rare.

Suffering from postpartum depression is terrifying for new mothers. Having a baby is supposed to be one of the best times of your life, so if you start feeling depressed, it can be extremely confusing. Many sufferers of postpartum depression feel like they must be terrible parents for feeling the way that they do. As the condition isn’t something women like to talk about or admit to, it often goes undiagnosed.

If you’re concerned you may be suffering with postpartum depression, it’s important to seek advice from a doctor as soon as possible. Below you’ll discover everything you need to know about the condition and the types of help available.

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