Birth

I had an unexpected C-section and these pictures tell my story

One mama tells us how she coped when her birth didn’t go as planned.

These vintage hospital birth instructions show just how much has changed for mothers

Micala Gabrielle Henson's grandmother was given these instructions back when her mom was born in 1968 and they are...something else.

Jessica Simpson gets real about recovering from a C-section

"We forget that we are going in for major surgery," shares Simpson.

Why we need to keep talking about Kate’s birth story on ‘This Is Us’

Our stories matter.

These viral photos of a mom’s home birth surrounded by her 5 daughters will leave you in awe

Teller's five little girls—12-year-old Audrey, 10-year-old Ella, 7-year-old Lillian, 4-year-old Zolie and 2-year-old Zuri—were thrilled to be the welcome wagon for their new little sister, Talullah.

Twin babies separated at birth hug after 27 days apart

Grab your tissues before reading this good news story, mama.

This viral video shows the anatomy of a C-section in such an approachable way

Plus, it reminds us how incredible our bodies really are.

My sister is pregnant—and I promise not to give her unsolicited advice

My sister has already had a much different pregnancy than I did, and everything else is different, too—from her marriage to her work situation, and I'm sure her baby will be different than mine too.

World’s smallest newborn boy goes home after 5 months in the NICU

Look at that smile.

A Boise nurse working New Year’s Eve delivered the first baby of 2019–her own

Baylee Swift unexpectedly welcomed her daughter as the first baby to be born in that hospital in 2019.

8 Gross Things That Happen After Childbirth

Because getting the baby out is just the beginning.

Why do mothers become invisible after giving birth?

We're not just a uterus. We're not just a lifeline to a new and precious soul. We're mothers. And we need someone to make sure we're okay, too.

This pregnant woman saved her husband’s life right before giving birth

Warning: This amazing story might make you cry.

Exercise during pregnancy can reduce your risk of complications by at least 25%, says study

Researchers say 150 minutes of physical activity a week makes a huge difference.

Why First Time Moms Shouldn’t Wait to Push

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You no longer have to delay early pushing during labor, says new study

The study of 2,400 first-time mothers found there was no difference in eventual C-section rates between women who pushed early or waited an hour.

My C-section scar makes me feel like a warrior

This scar represents my own grit. My own tenacity. My own stubbornness. Things I now pass down to my daughter.

Getting induced may not increase your risk for C-sections, says study

For some women, getting induced at 39 weeks could be a new option.

Dad goes viral for ‘breastfeeding’ while mama recovered from C-section

A nurse's great idea turned into an unforgettable moment for this new dad.

Why I don’t want to call my C-Section a ‘Belly Birth’

The latest chapter in the birthing wars.