Packing a hospital bag for a C-section helps ensure that you have everything you need for your stay. Have your bag ready by 37 weeks in case of early labor or changes in schedule. Remember to bring ...

Delivering a baby is hard work. Aptly named labor, the process before childbirth can be physically and emotionally taxing — and even painful. While no two patients experience labor and delivery ...

A cesarean section represents a significant medical decision that doctors don’t recommend lightly. While vaginal deliveries remain the preferred method for most births, specific circumstances can make ...

The type of cut you have in your lower abdomen can determine if you can have a vaginal birth after a C-section. The success of VBAC (Vaginal Birth After Cesarean) depends on the incision made in your ...

Every mother encounters pain differently after childbirth. Ever wondered why the pain after a C-section feels so different from that after a regular birth? It’s all about how your body heals, what ...

Becoming a parent is widely regarded as one of the most joyous milestones for any couple, and especially for the woman. However, fear and confusion about the delivery and childbirth process are also ...

Q: I had a C-section with my first child and regular deliveries for the two children after that. Do C-sections present unique problems for mothers and, if so, is there any realistic solution to get ...