Birth Stories
At home, in hospitals, and even on an airplane: these real-life birth stories will inspire and amaze you.
Debby Ryan and Josh Dun welcomed their baby at home—and it’s a reminder there’s no single “right” way to give birth
In theory, birth decisions are deeply personal. In practice, parents are often asked to explain, defend, or justify them.
They went in for a 38-week appointment… and came home with a baby
At 38 weeks pregnant, they expected a quick check-in with their doctor and then to head back home to keep preparing for their baby’s arrival.
A mom donated her uterus to help another woman carry a baby—now they’ve met the child they made possible
Sara had donated her uterus so that Emma, who was born without one, could experience pregnancy.
A womb transplant between sisters led to this history-making birth—and new hope for families everywhere
After a decade of waiting, Grace and her husband Angus welcomed their miracle baby, Amy Isabel — the first child in the UK born following a womb transplant.
This mom tried something wild at 40 weeks to induce labor—and spoiler: it worked
At 40 weeks pregnant, many moms are searching for anything—anything—to get labor going.
A historic shift: More babies now born to women over 40 than to teens
According to a brand new report from the CDC’s National Vital Statistics System, births among women in their 40s have more than tripled since 1990, while the teen birth rate has plummeted to a historic low.
A grandmother helps deliver her grandson in a car—just hours after losing her own mother
The timing of Noah’s birth—just hours after the passing of his great-grandmother—felt like something more than coincidence.
Baby born on the NYC subway—and strangers rallied to help in a moment of pure humanity
A 25-year-old woman went into labor around 11:30 a.m. on a southbound W train.
911 dispatcher reunites with New Hampshire family after life-changing emergency birth
“You guys have had a lasting impact on me. I’m not going to forget it.”
After an IVF mix-up, two moms raised each other’s baby—here’s what happened (and how to protect your family)
This story highlights not only the challenges of IVF but also the resilience of families navigating the unthinkable.
Why every mom deserves a doula (and how Texas is stepping up to help)
Black women are over three times more likely to die from pregnancy-related complications than white women.
‘You kept me calm’: Michigan mom delivers baby in ambulance with help from heroic first responders
While Demsey had experienced childbirth twice before, this delivery was a first for everyone involved, including the Clinton Township paramedics who assisted her.
American mom gives birth in Japan and the amenities are jaw-dropping
Did we mention the facials?
My birth story highlighted a critical reality: Black women need strong advocates
The constant advocating throughout my birth experience was exhausting.
This mom just gave birth in 45 minutes and this common supplement may be why
How does melatonin affect labor? Researchers are finding out.
13 incredibly powerful & poignant C-section photos
These viral photos and videos tell the stories of birth and strength.
My birth story: I was induced at 39 weeks
I am a proud mom of five, two of whom I have given birth to.
This mom gave birth while asleep (yes, really)
Here's what happened.
Pink stops concert to wish woman in labor good luck
"You're gonna do great!"