After Rachel Somerstein was rushed into an operating room for an unplanned caesarean section, her doctor made the first cut. “I felt that,” she told him. “You’ll feel pressure,” the doctor responded.

Finding out about your pregnancy for the second time can lead to a mix of emotions. You may feel overjoyed, curious, or even nervous about experiencing it all over again. You may think you know what ...

A rising country singer recently revealed that her newborn daughter decided to make an early debut, arriving via C-section. “It Ain’t Me” singer Emily Zeck announced on Instagram that her daughter, ...

Pregnant women who have been vaccinated against Covid-19 are less likely to have a cesarean section or experience hypertension, according to a study. A meta-analysis funded by the National Institute ...

Some complex medical situations can affect a fetus or pregnant patient. Although rare, these situations can require medically necessary abortions later in pregnancy, OB-GYNs and reproductive health ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . Overall, 63% of transplant recipients had a cesarean delivery vs. 26% of women without a transplant. Among ...

Amy Schumer’s new Netflix movie Kinda Pregnant explores the hilarious story of a woman who pretends to be pregnant for special perks—like a seat on the subway. But while promoting the film, the ...

Researchers look into why Black women are 25% more likely to undergo an unnecessary C-section. Recent research shows that pregnant Black women are 25% more likely to undergo an unnecessary C-section ...

Giving birth can be a scary and overwhelming thing to think about. From the pain to possible risks, it's imperative for all expecting mothers to do their research, speak with medical and birthing ...

Staying active throughout pregnancy may do more than boost mood and energy—it could also help speed up recovery following childbirth, including after a cesarean section. That was the experience of ...

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