Childbirth Archives

03/22/21

What You Need to Know About Episiotomies in the 21st Century

In coping with the unstoppable nature of childbirth, earlier obstetric physicians sometimes adopted practices that seemed sensible at the time. Some of those grandfathered features of obstetric practice are now undergoing much-needed scrutiny. One such practice is the routine use of an episiotomy.

07/28/20

Pregnancy and Anxiety in the Age of Covid-19

COVID-19 is leaving expectant mothers with a lot of anxiety. Here are 6 FAQs about pregnancy in the time of the coronavirus pandemic.

03/10/20

Finding a New Test to Predict Preterm Birth (new studies)

500 years ago, Leonardo da Vinci dissected the womb of a woman who had died during a premature

04/24/19

First Drug for Postpartum Depression Clears FDA. But Who Can Afford It?

Victims of Postpartum Depression (PPD) PPD feel profoundly sad, hopeless, empty, and useless. First Drug for PPD Clears FDA. But Who Can Afford It?

03/16/19

Have Postpartum Depression for Over Two Weeks? Get Help Now!

If usual symptoms of the “baby blues” are severe & last more than two weeks, postpartum depression (PPD) may be present. Learn more about PPD now.

01/25/19

Some of My Favorite Music from the Operating Room

I’ve spent many hours in the operating room humming this beautiful music, Waltz No. 2 by Shostakovich. This

12/01/18

Women Using Meth and Opioids During Pregnancy Rising Fast [new study]

As illegal meth use has made a comeback across the U.S., pregnant women have not been spared, doctors

11/21/18

Khloe Kardashian’s Touching Note To Dr. Aliabadi

Dr. Aliabadi was recently featured again on E Channel’s Keeping Up With The Kardashians where she had the

Elective induction at 39 weeks: A reasonable option

10/30/18

Induced Labor at 39 Weeks May Be Best for Mother and Child [new study]

Recent studies underscore the benefits of induction at 39 weeks in healthy nulliparas but the decision to deliver should remain up to the mother.

10/15/18

Delaying Motherhood Increases Chances of Having a Multiple Birth [new study]

Assisted reproductive technologies are not the sole cause of multiple births — naturally occurring multiple births due to

Woman Young Woman Finds Solution to Rise in Maternal Bleeding Deaths

10/05/18

Young Female Entrepreneur Finds Solution to the Shocking Rise in Maternal Bleeding Deaths

Alydia Health, a tiny Menlo Park, CA startup co-founded by a 21-year-old woman, announced it has secured $10

08/25/18

Pumping Breast Milk at Work: Why Are So Many Women Giving Up?

From conversations with women around the country who have recently negotiated pumping in their workplaces, it seems that

04/26/18

Why Does Kate Middleton Leave the Hospital So Soon After Giving Birth?

Duchess of Cambridge Kate Middleton gave birth to her third child with Prince William April 23, according to a tweet from Kensington Palace, which revealed that Middleton also went home the same day.

04/17/18

Multiple Pregnancy FAQ: Identical? Fraternal? Triplets?

Multiple pregnancies are becoming more common. You can’t count on singles, so here’s some important information if you’re planning on having children.

U.S. Senator Fights for Maternity Leave and Breastfeeding Rights

03/10/18

U.S. Senator Fights for Maternity Leave and Breastfeeding Justice…IN THE SENATE ITSELF!

“If I take maternity leave, then I won’t be allowed to sponsor legislation or vote during that time period,” explained Duckworth

12/20/17

Death by Giving Birth: Why US Mothers are Dying More Than Anywhere Else.

When 32-year-old Calista Johnson died 5 days after giving birth this summer, she became part of a troubling trend of moms dying in childbirth in the U.S.