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We at You are Mom want to be there for you on that special day: the day you give birth. We'll give you the best information, all the data on natural birth and C-sections, the signs of labor, and things to watch out for. Prepare yourself as well as you can. We'll help you.

How to Relieve Gas After a C-Section
PostpartumHow to Relieve Gas After a C-Section

Gas after a C-section is a common symptom in the postoperative period. Most mothers complain about it, as it increases…

Anorexia and Bulimia After Childbirth
PostpartumAnorexia and Bulimia After Childbirth

Eating disorders (ED) have generally been associated with adolescents, as it's at this stage of life that they appear most…

What is Postpartum Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder?
PostpartumWhat is Postpartum Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder?

Pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum are natural processes for which a woman's body is prepared, and which should be manageable and…

8 Signs that Labor Is Approaching
Signs of labor8 Signs that Labor Is Approaching

The last weeks of pregnancy are usually accompanied by joy, anxiety, and the worries that are typical of this final…

Induction of Labor: Everything You Need to Know
Signs of laborInduction of Labor: Everything You Need to Know

There are different reasons why health professionals proceed with induction of labor, a practice that consists of artificially triggering the&helli...

How to Know if Your Water Broke? 8 Clues
Stages of labor and birthHow to Know if Your Water Broke? 8 Clues

Pregnancy is a stage full of new experiences, as well as concerns about what will happen next and how the…

How to Take Care of Yourself After a C-Section
PostpartumHow to Take Care of Yourself After a C-Section

After a C-section, women need to take great care of themselves, even much more than those who went through vaginal…

Postpartum Skin Changes and How to Treat Them
PostpartumPostpartum Skin Changes and How to Treat Them

Skin changes not only occur during pregnancy but also in the postpartum period. In fact, they're the result of the…

What Do I Need to Bring to the Hospital to Give Birth?
Preparing for childbirthWhat Do I Need to Bring to the Hospital to Give Birth?

Many new mothers wonder what they should bring to the hospital when the time comes to give birth. In the…

Causes of Delayed and Early Delivery
Giving birthCauses of Delayed and Early Delivery

The exact date of delivery is difficult to determine, but we usually have certain data that indicates an approximate day…

Does the Fetus's Position Indicate What Delivery Will Be Like?
Preparing for childbirthDoes the Fetus's Position Indicate What Delivery Will Be Like?

The position your baby is in during the last weeks of pregnancy will give you a lot of information about…

The Best Foods to Eat Postpartum
PostpartumThe Best Foods to Eat Postpartum

Pregnancy motivates mothers to lead a healthy lifestyle, which includes their diet. However, in the postpartum period, there are some…

4 Differences Between False Labor and Labor Contractions
Signs of labor4 Differences Between False Labor and Labor Contractions

You're approaching the end of your pregnancy, labor can come at any time. Contractions appear, but are they real labor…

Fetal Monitoring Before Delivery: What's It For?
Preparing for childbirthFetal Monitoring Before Delivery: What's It For?

Before and during labor, it's important to know the baby's state of health, and for this purpose, medical professionals perform…

What to Do With Postpartum Hemorrhoids?
PostpartumWhat to Do With Postpartum Hemorrhoids?

Postpartum hemorrhoids are one of the most common discomforts that women keep quiet about, mainly out of embarrassment. It's a…

4 Exercises to Make Your Baby Turn Head-Down
Preparing for childbirth4 Exercises to Make Your Baby Turn Head-Down

Many pregnant women need their baby to turn head-down at the end of gestation, as they run the risk of…

Natural Remedies for Postpartum Recovery
PostpartumNatural Remedies for Postpartum Recovery

The experience of bringing a child into the world leaves even the most prepared woman exhausted. After delivery, you realize…

The Magic of Veiled Births
Giving birthThe Magic of Veiled Births

People say that veiled births have some magic and that the children born this way will be lucky in the future. However, beyond popular beliefs, the...

Recovering from a C-Section: What You Need to Know
PostpartumRecovering from a C-Section: What You Need to Know

Recovery from a C-section can take a few weeks longer than with a vaginal delivery, as it's a somewhat complex…

Types of Anesthesia in Labor
Preparing for childbirthTypes of Anesthesia in Labor

The arrival of the baby is a very mobilizing event for the whole family, even more so for the mother who's about to give birth. The sensations and ...

Why Can Cesarean Deliveries Affect Women's Emotions?
Giving birthWhy Can Cesarean Deliveries Affect Women's Emotions?

Cesarean deliveries can affect women's emotions if they're treated poorly, if they're not given timely information, or if their rights…