If you’ve heard friends, TikTok influencers, or childbirth educators rave about hypnobirthing, you’re not alone! As more women look for non-medical ways to prepare for labor, interest in hypnobirthing is growing. Is it just the latest “woo” technique, or is it science-backed?
Red light masks have been exploding in popularity – they’re everywhere! After some of the basics (like what foods, drinks or OTC meds to avoid), skincare tools and skin exposures have become a hot topic in early pregnancy. To what extent has red light actually been studied in pregnancy?
With the new year comes an onslaught of new year’s resolutions, many of which include fitness-related goals. There are reasonable modifications that are often suggested while pregnant, but what about the “140 bpm rule” - does science actually support this commonly touted advice?
Pitocin (a synthetic form of the hormone oxytocin) is one of the most common interventions used to start or speed up labor. And like most induction-related topics, it comes with plenty of opinions, solicited or otherwise! Here’s what we know about pros and cons from the research.
Last Friday, the CDC’s ACIP announced the removal of the universal recommendation for receiving the hepatitis B vaccine at birth. This change to three-decade-old guidance has caused many expecting moms to wonder what changed, and what is the best plan for their baby.
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