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expert q&a
- My husband and I are discussing circumcision. What are the pros and cons?
- Why would the doctor recommend testing a newborn's blood sugar?
- When do we find out how much the baby weighs?
- What is newborn screening?
- Why do doctors recommend vitamin K injections for babies?
- Why does my baby need to receive eye ointment?
- How does the umbilical cord get cut?
- Do most babies get suctioned at birth?
- How much do newborns sleep?
- How do I give my new baby a sponge bath?
- How often does my newborn need a bath?
- What are a newborn's bowel movements like?
- How do newborns communicate hunger and other needs?
- Will I know how often to feed my baby?
- How can I get skin-to-skin contact with my baby while in the hospital?
- When will I get to hold my baby for the first time?
- What can newborns do?
- What do newborn babies look like?
- What is postpartum depression PPD?
- What are the signs and symptoms of postpartum depression?
- What is the difference between "baby blues" and postpartum depression?
- Are there risk factors that make women more likely to experience postpartum depression?
- I have been depressed in the past. Does this mean that I am at risk for postpartum depression?
- What can I do to reduce the chances that I will have postpartum depression?
- I am breastfeeding and do not want to take medication for depression. Are there alternative therapies that can help?
- What is the treatment for postpartum depression?
- When is it safe to begin exercising after having a baby?
- Which postpartum exercises can I do first?
- How long will it take to lose the extra weight that I gained during pregnancy?
- I have heard that if my abdominal muscles are separated, I should avoid sit-ups. How can I tell if they are separated? What exercises can I do instead?
- Before I was pregnant, I regularly attended a vigorous exercise class. When can I return to class?
- I'm finding that with a new baby, it is really difficult to find the time to exercise. What do you suggest for a new routine?
- I have heard of women being given pitocin without their direct consent. How does this happen?
- Will I need a catheter or an enema?
- Will I need to have an IV?
- What is electronic monitoring?
- What does a cervical exam tell us?
- I am considering getting an epidural. Are there side effects?
- What are sterile water injections?
- I have heard of women using water for comfort during labor. How does this help?
- Some of my friends have said that the doctor told them not to eat or drink during labor. My midwife suggested that it is helpful to eat during labor if I feel like it. What is the difference?
- I don't want to be stuck in the hospital bed. Can you suggest a few different ways to remain active during birth?
- What frozen fruits and veggies should I keep on hand?
- What precautions should be taken when doing prenatal yoga?
- How can prenatal yoga nurture my spirit?
- Why is breathing so important in prenatal yoga?
- What are the mental benefits of prenatal yoga?
- Why is prenatal yoga a good choice for moms-to-be?
- Do I have to stop yoga now that I'm pregnant?
- What can I do to have a natural birth?
- What can I do to control pain without medication?
- What are the benefits of natural birth?
- Why do women want to give birth naturally?
- What is a natural birth?
- If my water breaks, can I still labor in the tub?
- What about laboring in the water?
- Do I need to have a special tub or equipment for a water birth at home?
- How can I have a water birth?
- Is water birth safe?
- Why do women want to give birth in the water?
- I've heard of women having their baby in the water. How does this work? Doesn't the baby inhale the water?
- My daughter, 18, wants to become a doula. What sort of education is necessary and what can she expect from this career?
- How does a doula help with breastfeeding? Isn't that what a lactation consultant is for? Do they do different things?
- When can I expect my milk to come in?
- What is colostrum? Does it turn into milk?
- What should I do if I develop a clogged duct?
- Why do experts tell women to breastfeed right after giving birth?
- How important is it to breastfeed immediately after birth?
- How does breastfeeding benefit Mom?
- How often do breastfed babies need to eat?
- Do fathers of breastfed babies miss out on bonding?
- Who can parents call for breastfeeding support?
- What are some health benefits that babies receive from breastfeeding?
- Hospitals use large monitors to listen to the baby. How does a home birth midwife monitor the baby?
- How can we pay for a home birth?
- I already have children. Can they attend a home birth?
- What do home births have to offer babies?
- What if I need stitches during a home birth?
- Is a home birth sterile?
- How do parents prepare for a home birth?
- My family is concerned about home birth. How can we alleviate their fears and feel empowered by our decision?
- Can I have a water birth at home?
- What if there is an emergency during a home birth?
- Who can have a home birth?
- Is home birth safe?
- What are the benefits of a home birth?
- I am currently 29 weeks pregnant and already 50 percent effaced. Does this mean my baby will be born premature?
- Does massaging the perineum with sweet almond oil help avoid tearing?
- My doctor wants to induce. What other ways can I possibly stimulate labor?