Understanding the possible options for a cesarean birth is important for the mother in this situation to feel as empowered as possible and create a personalized, dignified experience for both her and her baby. Learn what options you might have for a gentle, family-centered cesarean.

While the majority of babies will turn head down (cephalic) by 36 weeks of pregnancy, about 4-5% will choose a breech position. This means that they aren’t head down, having either their bottom down at the cervix or their feet. There are a lot of scare tactics and fear surrounding breech babies that often need to be dispelled. Perhaps you're reading this because you think or have been told that your baby is breech and are already freaking out a bit. First, if you're panicking

As cesarean rates continue to climb in the United States and globally, it's imperative to understand the reasons and the repercussions...

Mary's first birth shares about a traumatic cascade of interventions that may be difficult if you are in a sensitive place preparing for...

“You know, you can try for a vaginal birth next time. My wife had both a cesarean and then a VBAC and everything went well.” I was half...