A new Netflix documentary has brough microplastics & fertility mainstream for many women – whether already exposure-conscious and wellness-optimizing, or just being introduced to this potential dimension of fertility. What studies actually exist, and do they support the link?
Colostrum comes with tons of questions - what is it? When will it come in? When it comes in, does that mean I’m about to go into labor? Should I be harvesting it before birth? Here’s a little bit more about what the evidence says you can expect.
“Your baby might be big.” Few ultrasound comments spark more follow-up questions, and pressure for a planned induction can follow quickly. But is it actually based in evidence that if you have a big baby, you definitely need to plan for induction?
Epidurals tend to get the most attention as moms prepare for labor pain relief, but they’re not the only option. Nitrous oxide, or “laughing gas,” is another pain management option that comes with its own pros and cons – so here’s what you can consider if you’re interested in trying it.
What does “curb walking” even mean and why do you start hearing about it all of the sudden at the end of pregnancy? It does, indeed, mean walking with one foot on the curb and one foot on the road - and some say it can naturally induce labor. Is there any evidence behind this common practice?
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