I get the question FREQUENTLY about how to shave while pregnant — and how to perform safe hair removal. Can you use a cream, can you wax? How do you maintain? What’s best to do before delivery and also when can you shave after delivery? Yup, today we’re talking pubic hair. Hopefully, you’re only […]
How Long Does an Epidural Last?
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There are so many questions about getting an epidural — and the one I get most often is how long does an epidural last? Plus, how long does it last in a C-section (as they’re different). Let this L&D nurse since 2001 tell you how it all works! How long does an epidural last? Now, […]
Does an Epidural Hurt?
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An epidural is a process that you probably have a lot of questions about. What does it it feel like, look like — does it hurt? Let an L&D nurse of 17 years, plus the recipient of 3 epidurals, answer your questions! Does An Epidural Hurt? When people ask this question, I think you need […]
When to Take a Childbirth or Breastfeeding Class?
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Childbirth classes are so important for a stress-free delivery. When to take a childbirth class is key. Too early, and you might forget, too late and it might be — well, too late. When’s the best time to take one, and when should you also take a breastfeeding class? How do I know all of […]
Home Birth vs Hospital Birth: Risks of a home delivery
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Home bith vs hospital birth is something a lot of women consider while pregnant. There is a lot to consider: cost, pro’s and con’s, as well as risks. Let’s talk about a few things you should consider. This blog has been welling up for a while, but the last phone call I got from a […]
Unique Baby Gifts for Boy
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Finding unique baby gifts for boys can be hard. I’m going to share some of the most useful & unique baby boy gifts that new moms will love. Useful & Unique Baby Boy Gifts Here are a few items that parents will love to use, but are also unique and different than your average baby gift:
Delivery Vocabulary
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Let’s talk about some basic labor and delivery medical terminology. Here are 5 things you need to know in the land of L&D — some baisc delivery vocabulary. Sometimes patients have NO idea what anything is. Or, sometimes they’ve read up so much on EVERY. LITTLE. THING. on our friend, the internet, that they have […]
Protein In Urine While Pregnant
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Having protein in your urine while pregnant isn’t too unusual, but when the results start to be +1 or +2 your doctor will start to become more concerned, as you enter the third trimester. Let this L&D RN tell you exactly why this happens and why it’s a problem. Hi, I’m Hilary — I’m an L&D […]
Tips for Dads During Labor
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These tips for dads during labor from an L&D RN will help you BOTH be a lot more comfortable in the delivery room. We’ll talk support, snacks and even what to wear! Back in the day, dads stayed in the waiting room, while moms and nurses did all the work. No more. You are this […]
Birth Plan Template: Flexible Birth Plan for Success!
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This printable, free, birth plan template PDF will give your hospital an idea of what you’d like in a simple and complete way. It’s just a one-page birth template that will even help you have in mind what you want. Birthing Plan Template Have you thought of making a birth plan, searching for a birth […]
