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How to Care for Your C-Section Scar for Healthy Healing

A C-section leaves behind an incision that reminds you of your little miracle. Get advice on caring for and looking after your scar.

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Emergency C-Sections: When Things Don’t Go as Planned

After her long labor, one woman managed to avoid an emergency C-section. Learn how and what to do - from her personal experience.

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To My C-Section Scar . . .

To my C-section scar, thank you for reminding me that bringing new life into this world is a selfless act that I am fully capable of.

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What to Pack in Your Hospital Bag for a C-Section

Make sure you are prepared with this C-section hospital bag checklist. Learn what's essential for childbirth by C-section.

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15 Reasons Why Moms Who Have C-Sections Are Amazing

Having a c-section can sometimes get a bad rap. Here are 15 reasons why moms who have c-sections are amazing!

Experiencing Premature Birth…Twice: One Mom’s Story

Experiencing premature birth can be difficult. Experiencing it twice is heart-wrenching. Here, one mom shares her story of premature births.

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What Is a Gentle Cesarean?

Learn what you need to know about a gentle cesarean, including how it works and why you should specify it in your birth plan.

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Tips for Breastfeeding After a C-Section

Breastfeeding after a c-section can make things challenging but not impossible. Here are some tips for successful nursing after cesarean.

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Questions to Ask When Planning a C-Section

Whether you're planning a C-section, or you are told you need to have one, there are certain questions you should ask to help you prepare.

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How to Decide Whether to Have a VBAC or Repeat Cesarean

Deciding to try a VBAC or schedule a Cesarean is an intimately personal choice. Many factors should be considered. Here's what to know.

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C-Sections are Not the Easy Way Out

Are c-sections the "easy way out" when it comes to delivering a baby? One mom shares why c-sections should not be considered easy for moms.

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C-Section Recovery Must-Haves

If you are planning on a C-section or had one unplanned, these are the C-section recovery must-haves every mom should have postpartum.

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5 Gentle Exercises You Can Do After a C-Section

Ready to start exercising after a c-section? After clearing it with your doctor, try these 5 exercises and follow our dos and don'ts.

A Week-By-Week Guide to C-Section Recovery

A Week-By-Week Guide to C-Section Recovery

A week-by-week guide to C-section recovery to help you better take care of yourself and support your tissues in their healing.

7 Tips for a Smooth C-Section Recovery

7 Tips for a Smooth C-Section Recovery

Tips for recovering from a C-section, including wardrobe, diet, and sleep advice to help make the recovery process easier.

10 Things No One Tells You About Having a C-Section

10 Things No One Tells You About Having a C-Section

In the spirit of keeping it real, I’m going to tell you what I wish someone had told me before having a c-section.

5 Things That Helped Me Through My Unexpected C-Section

5 Things That Helped Me Through My Unexpected C-Section

When your birth plan goes awry, it can be scary. A mom shares 5 tips she learned from her experience of having an unexpected c-section.

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Hire a Doula For a C-Section?

Hire a Doula for a C-Section? Doulas are hired for all kinds of reasons now and are no longer just for the mamas who want unmedicated births.

19 Tips for Having a Positive Cesarean Birth Experience
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19 Tips for Having a Positive Cesarean Birth Experience

Whether planned or unplanned, c-sections can be beautiful & happy birth experiences. Here are 19 tips for a good & satisfying cesarean birth.

Why You Should Have a Birth Plan Even with a C-Section

Why You Should Have a Birth Plan Even with a C-Section

Reasons why you should still prepare a birth plan if you're planning a c-section and questions you may want to consider.