I have experienced both a natural birth and a planned C-section.I didn't get the impression that many people around me had ...

I answer viewers' questions about my birth experience. Additional birth questions may be addressed in a future Q&A with my doula. #birth #doula #birthstory ...

Childbirth is one of the most amazing human feats possible - but imagine giving birth to the heaviest baby ever, or eight babies at once! We've compiled a list from our archives to give you a history ...

Start by asking your provider whether you’re a good candidate. Credit...Jing Wei Supported by By Hallie Levine This guide was originally published on May 3, 2019 in NYT Parenting. Over 98 percent of ...

The number of babies born in the United States fell again last year. According to new data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, there were 3.6 million births in 2025, a 1% decline from ...

Laboring in water is gaining popularity among women interested in alternatives to traditional hospital births. But is it safe? By Amber Scorah This story was originally published on May 6, 2019 in NYT ...

You’ve got lots of birth control options, and they’re excellent at preventing pregnancies when you use them the right way. Here’s how to get them, and what to do if costs get in the way. It depends on ...