Professional Pregnancy Advice & Tips With Birthpedia

ASK: How does acupuncture help in my third trimester of my pregnancy?

Pregnancy Dr. Keith Bell, LAc

Acupuncture in the Third Trimester "As an acupuncturist, the treatment of back pain in the third trimester involves positioning the patient to be comfortable for...

ASK: What are some herbs that would be beneficial for me to take during...

Pregnancy Cindy Collins, Herbalist

Beneficial Herbal Remedies During Pregnancy Some other herbal remedies that can be used during pregnancy in preparation for the birth, is a great herb that...

ASK: How can I get better sleep while in my third trimester of my...

Pregnancy Dr. Siobhan Dunnavant, MD

Sleep in The Third Trimester of Pregnancy "Sleep is tricky when you're pregnant and so there are lots of things you need to know. The...

ASK: What birth situation is appropriate for hiring a doula?

Pregnancy Sonia Bond, Doula

FAQs About Doulas ANSWER: "Every situation. I can't think of a birth that would not benefit from having a doula there. Whether you choose to...

ASK: Is it normal to have swollen feet during pregnancy?

Pregnancy Maria Milton, Midwife

Swollen Feet During Pregnancy "If your feet are swollen and they are swelling in the afternoon, that is not a big deal. The only swelling...

ASK: Will prenatal massage help with my sciatica?

Pregnancy Melissa Merritt, LMT

Massage for Sciatica Pain "It's amazing for sciatic pain. We can really get into all the muscles that are in the hips and as the...

ASK: What questions should I be asking when choosing an obstetrician?

Birth Plan Sandi Blankenship, Midwife

What questions should I be asking when choosing an obstetrician “When you're looking for an obstetrician for care, you want to talk to them about...

ASK: I just found out I’m pregnant, and I’m afraid of giving birth. ...

Pregnancy Shee Lee Rock, Doula/CBE

Afraid of Giving Birth? “Your birth should not be a traumatic experience for you. It doesn't have to be that way. You don't have to...

ASK: I want to have a natural birth but I’m afraid I can’t handle...

Pregnancy Margie Wallis, CPM

Pain Does Not Equal Suffering I would say probably universally, the pain of labor is one of the things that every woman anticipates, and many...

ASK: How does the uterus work while in labor?

Body Functions Christi Jones, RN, CCE, CD

Function of the Uterus "The actual uterus is amazing because the muscle fibers go horizontal, and they actually go lengthwise too. So when they contract...

Pregnancy

ASK: Should I still take my prenatal supplements after having my baby?

ASK: How can I get better sleep while in my third trimester of my pregnancy?

ASK: How should I feel during early signs of pregnancy?

ASK: What noises are too loud for my baby while in the womb?

ASK: What is the difference between a midwife and a doula?

ASK: How does the uterus work while in labor?

ASK: I had a miscarriage during my first trimester. What are some options to help cope with this loss?

ASK: What are some exercises I can do while pregnant that shouldn’t harm me or my baby?

ASK: How does acupuncture help in my third trimester of my pregnancy?

ASK: What are some herbs that would be beneficial for me to take during...

ASK: How can I get better sleep while in my third trimester of my...

ASK: What birth situation is appropriate for hiring a doula?

ASK: Is it normal to have swollen feet during pregnancy?

ASK: Will prenatal massage help with my sciatica?

ASK: What questions should I be asking when choosing an obstetrician?

ASK: I just found out I’m pregnant, and I’m afraid of giving birth. ...

ASK: I want to have a natural birth but I’m afraid I can’t handle...

ASK: How does the uterus work while in labor?