More families across the United States are opting for home births. It is a trend that grew during the COVID-19…
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Teenage Parenting and Health Barriers
Being a parent is challenging at any age, but for teenagers, pregnancy and raising a child often come with extra…
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What does Perinatal mean? What does it mean for Mothers and Babies?
The word perinatal is often used in health, but most people are not very sure what it means. In simple…
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How Malnutrition Affects Pregnant Women and Their Babies
One of the most important parts of a healthy pregnancy is nutrition. Without getting proper amounts of nutrients, a pregnant…
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The Pregnancy Timeline: What Happens Each Week for Mom and Baby
Pregnancy is the process of carrying and developing a fetus in the uterus (womb) of a woman. It typically lasts…
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The Importance of Baby Fairs or Baby Expos: Give New Parents a Head Start
Baby expos are popping up throughout the country. Parents are discovering these massive events more and more when it comes…
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The Joy of Pregnancy Nesting and Its Impact on Perinatal Well Being
Nesting describes the strong urge to get the home ready for the baby's arrival. Pregnancy nesting is a common experience…
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Support Systems for Families Experiencing Stillbirth and Baby Loss
Losing a baby through stillbirth or shortly after birth is one of the most painful experiences a family can go…
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The Unspoken Side of Pregnancy
When people talk about pregnancy, they often talk about the happy parts. The baby showers, gender reveals, picking out names,…
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Born Unequal: Racial Disparities in Maternal and Infant Health
Across the world, giving birth should be a time of joy and new beginnings. But for many Black and Indigenous…
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