Instantly, the second-guessing began. Yes, I had given birth three times, but I had no medical experience. What if I got squeamish and was more of a bother than a help? Could I be a reassuring ...

This is a public service announcement to all mothers-in-law: The delivery room in a hospital does not have an open admission policy. If the person in active labor doesn't want you there, you can't get ...

Who gets to be in the delivery room when a child is born? While the birth of a baby is an exciting occasion for family members, that decision belongs to parents, and typically, the person in labor.

Having a baby is such an exciting moment! As the due date quickly approaches, expectant parents often spend time preparing the nursery, readying the hospital bag, and dreaming about what their little ...

Warning: This post contains mentions of miscarriage, pregnancy loss, and traumatic birth experiences. Giving birth is one of the most difficult processes a human body can experience. Until recent ...