Labor and Childbirth
Delaying Cord Clamping
By Laura Leavitt
Explore the research on the benefits of delaying cord clamping.
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Basil and Oregano Tea to Induce Labor
By JustMommies staff
If you are past your due date, you may have started doing research to find natural ways to induce labor. In your searching, you may have read a little on two herbs, basil and oregano. Some people believe that basil and oregano contain properties that stimulate contractions and bring on labor. Eggplant
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"Labor Inducing" Cookie Recipe
By JustMommies staff
A lot of moms start hunting for ideas to naturally induce labor when they get to the end of pregnancy. You may have heard that taking a ride on a bumpy road, walking, or sex may help to bring on labor, but what other natural things can you try? Some moms swear that ginger can jump start your labor.
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Eggplant Parmesan to Induce Labor
By JustMommies staff
If you are getting close to or past your due date you might be looking for some easy ideas to bring on labor. We won’t promise you that by eating eggplant parmesan you are guaranteed to go into labor, but we can tell you that according to one restaurant in Cobb County, Georgia, eggplant parmesan may
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10 Good Reasons to Try Natural Childbirth
By Patty Malowney
You’re pregnant and trying to decide what you want to do when it comes to childbirth. You may have
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Natural Childbirth Cheat Sheet
By Laura Leavitt
Here are some of the things to learn about beforehand.
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Hypnobirthing – What Is It, and How Can I Do It?
By Laura Leavitt
Hypnobirthing is a way to focus through your birth process.
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Pitocin: A Controversial Childbirth Topic
By Laura Leavitt
It's wise to know what it means when you are offered Pitocin.
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7 Myths about Epidurals
By Patty Malowney
Learning more about epidurals puts you in a better position to use them wisely.
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Annoying Comments About Natural Childbirth
By Patty Malowney
If you’re a mom that wants to have natural childbirth, you’ve probably heard a few annoying comments.
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