Bringing a baby into the world through a Caesarean section (C-section) is a significant experience for any mother. While breastfeeding is a natural part of the post-delivery process, it can feel more ...

So you're having (or had) a C-section – congrats! You're one of about 32% of women who deliver this way, according to the latest report on births from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and ...

Antibiotics for cesarean section births are just as effective when they're given after the umbilical cord is clamped as before clamping - the current practice - and could benefit newborns' developing ...

Antibiotics for cesarean section births are just as effective when they're given after the umbilical cord is clamped as before clamping - the current practice - and could benefit newborns' developing ...

C-section scars present distinct considerations due to their location on the lower abdomen, an area that experiences frequent movement, stretching, and friction from clothing. These 4-6 inch incisions ...

Having a baby is exciting for anyone. New parents look forward to the first few days of bonding with their new baby once the birth is over. However, when the baby arrives via c-section, the early ...

What if I told you that a major surgery that cuts through your abdomen, opens your uterus, and requires weeks or months of healing is still casually described as taking the easy way out? It sounds ...

The researchers from the University of Bergen in Norway also determined that women who take at least a year to conceive are 21% more likely to be delivered by C-section compared to women who got ...

Many expecting parents who consider a possible cesarean delivery — also known as a C-section — have concerns about how it might affect their ability to breastfeed. This is totally understandable. Will ...