Birth

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.

8 surprising things to know about giving birth for the first time

2. Every birth is different.

This mom gave birth while asleep (yes, really)

Here's what happened.

5 surprising facts about giving birth the second time around

You might feel more cramping after birth—but also more confidence.

10 reasons to use turmeric after birth

This bright kitchen spice has powerful health benefits.

Pink stops concert to wish woman in labor good luck

"You're gonna do great!"

Yes, you might shake after giving birth—and it’s totally normal

I wish someone had warned me about postpartum shaking.

How my grandma helped me through labor and delivery

At the end of it all, we are home safe and healthy, which is exactly what my birth plan was. 

More women are using laughing gas for pain relief during labor—here’s why

According to ACOG, nitrous oxide "reduces anxiety and increases a feeling of well-being so that pain is easier to deal with."

17 important phrases to say if you’re being mistreated while giving birth

Repeat after us: "You do not have my permission."

The power of the birth story: A tale of reclaiming mine

There is healing from even the heaviest wounds.

One mom drove an RV across state lines in search of a better birth

Ten years ago, Mimi Evans drove 1,300 miles from Texas to give birth in Virginia. After Roe’s overturn, more mothers are being forced to travel to give birth safely. How far would you go for the birth experience you deserve?

I didn’t bond with my baby right away—and that’s OK

I used to believe in love at first sight—until I gave birth.

What is vaginal seeding? First-of-its-kind study explains benefits for C-section babies

Research is still emerging, but vaginal seeding may soon become a more widely used practice after C-section deliveries.

To my C-section scar: I hate you and I love you

I wish I hadn’t needed you, but I am thankful for you.

5 reasons why NICU parents might be more susceptible to depression and anxiety

Why do NICU and preemie parents have to struggle in silence?

How I used hypnobirthing for my planned C-section

People having C-sections are deserving of a positive birth experience, too.

FDA to pull preterm birth drug Makena from the market

Makena was the only drug approved to help prevent preterm birth. Advocacy groups say pulling the drug could further maternal health inequities.

CNN anchor gives birth on her bathroom floor after ’13 minutes of labor’

The baby girl "introduced herself" to the world.