NEW YORK (AP) — In this story of a country with a long history of women’s rights, here’s a look at how women’s childbirth rights have evolved and where they are today.
Month: May 2021
‘Caring’ for babies is not a bad thing: Expert
Health care experts are arguing that giving babies enough care and support can be beneficial for their well-being.They argue that caring for newborns can help them feel “better” and “more comfortable” about the new life they are about to embark on.Read more about newborns: The Associated Press
How to choose a new baby, before it’s too late
A lot has happened since my first baby, which is a testament to the amazing skills of the medical team at my local hospital.But it was my first and last.There was the surgery, the birth, the recovery and the post-operative hospital stay.Now that I’m back in a position to take my baby home, I’d like…
How to spot a baby in the first 30 seconds of a pregnancy
By now, you’ve probably heard about the new trend of pregnant women posting photos of themselves on Instagram, Snapchat and Facebook.The idea is to get pregnant in as few steps as possible.For many women, the process of finding a suitable and discreet place to get photographed is a frustrating and overwhelming one.It’s a problem that…
FourFour Two: The New Year’s Eve Fun and Games
The New Years Eve is just around the corner, so it’s a good time to take advantage of some of the new games and activities available.While it’s still too early to know what you’ll be playing, there’s something for everyone.Here are the best games and entertainment options to try in January 2018.Read More to get…
Birth pain: How do you feel about childbirth?
A birth-related topic that is rarely discussed in medical school is childbirth pain.While doctors often prescribe analgesics to help with the pain of childbirth, it’s often not known that they can also help with other health problems related to the birth process.The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists recently published a report on pain, the…
Natural childbirth game gets viral, it’s been watched millions of times
In 2017, a young woman named Natalia was born to a man named David and his wife.Natalia’s mother, Anna, and her sister, Sara, had been pregnant for a little over two months.But as Natalia grew older, it became clear that Natalia had an extraordinary ability to see the future.Natalias ability was what made her the…
How to describe childbirth pain?
Pregnancy and childbirth are often considered to be two different phenomena, with the former often described as “natural childbirth” and the latter as “pregnancy”.But what is a natural childbirth?It is defined as “a birth without complications or labour complications” which can be natural or assisted.The main difference is that the natural childbirth does not require…
How to make a birth video with your daughter
From the start, we wanted to take a step back and reflect on what a birth was.We were inspired by a recent New York Times article that focused on the complicated and often contentious topic of how to get the most out of a birth.It’s one that can have a dramatic effect on your family.A…
Why women aren’t comfortable with vaginal birth and the ways it can hurt
Recode host Kara Swisher answers some of your burning questions about birth, vaginal birth, and more.2:35 autoplay autoplay Copy this code to your website or blog It´s not just a matter of comfort; vaginal birth can cause lasting psychological damage and psychological distress, according to a new report from the University of Michigan and the…