Women’s Health

I don’t need my barista to ask if I want more children

She doesn’t know what I am going through, and no woman should have to be continually put in a position to defend or explain her reproductive health with total strangers.

7 ways to lower blood pressure during pregnancy

No medications needed, just a couple of lifestyle changes.

Postpartum night sweats: Also known as your own private summer

Although annoying, postpartum night sweats are common and usually not a cause for alarm.

Your postpartum recovery kit: Feel your best after a C-section

Cesarean section mamas are absolute warriors.

Former Chiefs cheerleader’s death after stillbirth raises questions about maternal care

"Expecting somebody who's had a loss to go four weeks in between seeing their care providers… That's the same protocol that's done for a 23-year-old that's very healthy. It can't be a one-size-fits-all."

Pregnancy apps can help in the maternal mortality crisis. But surveys show they’re failing women

Pregnancy apps should be a lifeline—but they lack much-needed postpartum support.

5 important reasons to practice postpartum rest, according to a midwife

Know this: Treating the first 40 days after birth as sacred may help reduce postpartum depression.

These under-the-radar-issues are all too common during postpartum recovery

Pregnancy and childbirth can be an amazing experience for women, but it can also cause some intimate issues postpartum.

10 unexpected reasons new moms feel so tired—and what to do about it

1. Recovery from birth takes a long time

When everyone but you is getting pregnant

Be gentle with yourself.

These are the actual chances of getting pregnant each month

Plus expert tips on how to boost your chances.

Words of encouragement when IVF doesn’t work—from someone who is there, too

Sometimes things don’t make sense and today we are just trying to figure out how to deal with that.

How to make a baby: The quick & dirty guide to getting pregnant

Love this journey for you.

Getting an epidural? Here are 10 side effects to be aware of

While very safe, epidurals still carry some risk. Here's what you need to know about choosing an epidural for your delivery.

16 very early pregnancy symptoms—before a positive test

Here's what happens first.

8 natural C-section recovery tips to help you feel better fast

These tips can help you heal faster, naturally.

What to expect during a C-section: 27 things I wish I’d known

3. Each day gets a little bit better.

Supreme court hears arguments against abortion medication mifepristone—what you need to know

Abortion providers responded to today's oral arguments by emphasizing the safety and effectiveness of mifepristone.

The unexpected perks of having a NICU baby (and a few realistic cons)

Lessons learned from a mom who’s been there—twice.

Woman says patients dealing with pregnancy loss should have a separate waiting room at OB/GYN

"I don't find placing us next to each other to get blood work is the best approach that is kind and empathetic"