C-Section

20 Tips for a Smooth C-Section Recovery

While C-section recovery can be a bit tougher than recovering from a vaginal birth, you can smooth the way with these 20 tips for a successful ... Read More

A Step-by-Step Guide to Preparing for Your Cesarean

Planning for the birth of your baby is an exciting time. But the idea of a c-section can be scary. If you have to have one we'll help you get ready ... Read More

Are C-Sections Making Kids Fat?

A C-section for Mom now—extra pounds for Baby later in life?

C-Section Recovery

Recovering from a C-section is a bit more complicated than recovering from a vaginal delivery. Here's what you need to know about the hours, ... Read More

C-Sections: Just the Facts

Stressing that you may need a C-section? If you're concerned that the C-section proedure is in your future, learning the facts can help ease ... Read More

Can You Have a VBAC after a Cesarean?

Once a C-Section always a C-Section? Not! Times have changed and many patients and doctors opt to have a vaginal birth after a C-Section but is ... Read More

Cesarean Birth Still on the Rise in the US

The rate of Cesarean birth deliveries continues to rise in the US, while the preterm birth rate drops.

Cesarean Section Rates in US at All-Time High

As many as one out of three women in the US will give birth by Cesarean section.

Elective C-Sections on the Rise

The C-section is now the most frequently performed major surgery in the United States, and many women are opting for this method of childbirth ... Read More

Fit Moms-to-Be Have Fewer C-Sections

Regular, safe exercise during pregnancy provides a wealth of benefits, including better health for you and your baby-to-be. ... Read More

Is VBAC the Best Choice for You?

Conflicting points of view and emotional issues can complicate a pregnant woman's decision about whether or not to attempt vaginal birth ... Read More

New Guidelines Say Vaginal Birth OK After C-section

Most women who’ve had one—or even two—C-sections are still candidates for having a vaginal birth.

Poll: Did you—or will you—have a C-section?

The C-section is the most frequently performed major surgery in the United States. Did you have one?

Q&A: After two back surgeries, I fear a C-section is my only option.

Q&A: How common is it to have placenta remnants after a C-section?