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The first hour after birth can boost your confidence and provide big health benefits for your baby, including less stress. And all you have to do is cuddle.
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You may not give your baby's umbilical cord much thought except for when it's being clamped after birth. However, the cord plays an essential role in a healthy pregnancy.
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The stem cells from Wharton's jelly can be collected alongside your baby's cord blood and stored for later use as a potential treatment or therapy.
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During the second trimester, you'll down a glucose drink and get a blood test. It's all part of making sure your pregnancy and baby stay healthy, so don't skip this test.
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Should you take collagen while pregnant? Here's a look at the benefits and risks and how to make a safe, informed decision for you and your baby.
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If you're hoping to stick with natural childbirth techniques, the following tools can give you a sense of calm and work through contraction pain.
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Experts agree that delayed cord clamping is usually worth doing, whether you deliver vaginally or via C-section. But in some cases, it may not be the best move for mothers or babies.
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Use this natural birth plan example to help you prepare for an unmedicated labor and delivery and communicate your preferences to your care team.
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Our Hospital Bag Checklist has advice on the essentials to have on hand for laboring and postpartum, what to bring for baby, and more.
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The umbilical cord is made up of connective tissue known as Wharton's Jelly. Learn about what it is and why it's so valuable here.
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