The quickest way to experience instant sticker shock? Open your hospital bill after giving birth. While hospital fees and insurance coverage vary, having a vaginal birth can set women back anywhere from $4,000 to $6,000 on average. Those dollar amounts jump dramatically for C-sections, too. To help you enjoy new parenthood without panicking over the price of it, we’ve … [Read more...] about 5 ways to save hundreds of dollars on childbirth
Pregnancy
Is it possible to maintain good oral health while expecting?
Now that you're pregnant, you may be wondering if routine dental procedures such as X-rays and cleanings are safe. You can set your anxieties aside because you should continue to visit your dentist every six months for a regular exam - maintaining your oral health is good for both you and your baby! Some experts believe that a trip to the dentist is most ideal between the … [Read more...] about Is it possible to maintain good oral health while expecting?
4 things every single mom should know
Parenting solo can be a tough job, no matter how extensive and loyal your support network is. Balancing your career and obligations at home with preparing for your newborn can be enough to drive any sane woman over the edge. Keeping these four things in mind can help any single mom gain more insight and feel like she has a sense of direction in the coming … [Read more...] about 4 things every single mom should know
How will I feel after a C-section?
The number of mothers who undergo Cesarean sections is on the rise - accounting for nearly 37 percent of U.S. births in 2013, according to the National Center for Health Statistics. While a C-section should never be taken lightly - it is major abdominal surgery after all - there are instances where it's nothing short of lifesaving for both mom and baby. So, if your physician … [Read more...] about How will I feel after a C-section?
Can pregnancy affect your memory?
Do you find yourself forgetting where you've parked your car? Can't remember what you had for breakfast, or where you left your keys? If so, you may have momnesia - or pregnancy brain. Can you relate? Here's the science behind this phenomenon and what you can do to stop it from affecting your day-to-day life. The science behind pregnancy brain In 2010, the Australian National … [Read more...] about Can pregnancy affect your memory?