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Gestational Diabetes in Pregnancy Pregnancy, while a life-transforming experience often takes a toll on the body, putting it through several hormonal and physical changes. While most of these changes are harmless, sometimes they can cause you to develop conditions that require special attention during pregnancy or lingering after. One such example is gestational diabetes in… Continue reading Gestational Diabetes in Pregnancy

What is a Fetal Non-Stress Test (NST) Sometimes in the course of pregnancy, it’s useful to do testing directly related to the baby to make sure they’re doing well and developing properly. This type of testing usually includes non-invasive methods like a Fetal Non-Stress Test or NST. What is a Fetal Non-Stress Test (NST)? An… Continue reading What is a Fetal Non-Stress Test (NST)

Labor & Birth at Austin Area Birthing Center If you’re nearing your due date, it’s natural to be a little anxious about labor and birth. It is a life-changing experience. Knowing what to expect on the day of can help calm those nerves a little bit. Here are some of the most common questions that… Continue reading Labor & Birth at Austin Area Birthing Center

Water Birth at Austin Area Birthing Center Water birth is becoming an increasingly popular choice and offers numerous benefits for labor and birth. Submerging in water promotes relaxation, easing back pain and discomfort experienced during labor.  It is a great choice for mothers opting for a natural birth. Additionally, it poses minimal risks to both… Continue reading Water Birth at Austin Area Birthing Center

Choosing Your Birth Team The day you deliver your baby marks one of the biggest milestones in your life. Planning helps ensure that everything happens according to your wishes and that there are less unexpected questions to cause stress in the moment.  One important aspect of planning includes who you want on your birth team. … Continue reading Choosing Your Birth Team

What is an Episiotomy? Episiotomy is a surgical cut made in the perineal area during birth. The purpose is to expand the area of the vaginal opening so your baby can easily pass through it without causing further damage in the region.  The idea behind episiotomy is to give a controlled incision in the perineum… Continue reading What is an Episiotomy?

Is Midwifery Care for Me if I am High-Risk? It is a common misconception that high-risk pregnancies can only be monitored by OB/GYN doctors instead of midwives. However, high-risk individuals can still benefit from midwifery care. Is midwifery care for me if I am ‘high-risk’? This varies on a case-by-case basis. We assess the specific… Continue reading Is Midwifery Care for Me if I am High-Risk?

Do You Deliver VBACs at the Austin Area Birthing Center? You may already know that birth centers are a suitable and safe option for low-risk natural births. But if you’re a mother who has had their first baby via a C-section, you’re probably wondering if you can ever give birth at the birth center. Good… Continue reading Do You Deliver VBACs at Austin Area Birthing Center?

Delayed Cord Clamping: What are the Benefits? During your birth classes or pregnancy research, you have likely already learned how the baby is connected to the placenta via the umbilical cord. This cord provides the passage for nutrients and oxygen from the mother to the baby and carries waste away from the baby. As you… Continue reading Delayed Cord Clamping: What are the Benefits?

What Should I Eat During Labor? Eating and staying hydrated are crucial during labor in order to keep your energy and strength for this momentous occasion! But what are the best things to snack on during your early labor? Let’s take a look at some of the best options. What are the body’s nutritional needs… Continue reading What Should I Eat During Labor?