Question: What foods are best for pregnancy? And what foods should I avoid if I’m pregnant?
Answered by Nebraska Medicine women’s health expert Heather Ramsey, APRN-CNM
Wondering whether you should choose a midwife or doctor for your pregnancy and delivery? The prenatal care expert you select will depend on several factors. Read on to learn about your choices and how to select the expert that’s right for you.
Pregnancy and childbirth can be very exciting, emotional and personal events. Many women feel strongly about how they want their labor and birth experience to unfold. Creating a birth plan will help ensure those wishes are carried out.
We are building an ecosystem of support for Black mothers and babies through partnerships with community organizations and an internal strategy to strengthen culturally competent clinical care.
About 73% of U.S. women who give birth use an epidural for pain relief. However, natural birth – choosing vaginal delivery without pain medications or other routine interventions – is becoming more common. Learn more about natural birth.
Breastfeeding offers a wealth of benefits for your baby – like a lower risk of infections and well-balanced nutrition for starters. But mothers benefit from breastfeeding as well.