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.
The sex of the baby plays a large role in the way that the pregnancy and delivery transpire. But until now, there hadn’t been scientific or academic confirmation that giving birth to boys is more painful than giving birth to…
Once you return home with your baby, you may have many doubts. One of them is how to physically recover after childbirth. It’s important to understand that your body has undergone a lot of changes during your pregnancy and that,…
Of course, being assertive is always important, but even more so when a woman has just had a baby. The arrival of a newborn brings about enormous physical and psychological changes for women… as well as major changes in her…
In order for labor to take place and advance in the most physiological way possible, a woman must have contractions. Contractions are the motor of labor. And learning how to keep track of your contractions is fundamental when it comes…
Postpartum thyroiditis is caused by a thyroid hormone imbalance. It occurs in different stages of life and women are more likely to suffer from it. During the months after postpartum, it’s often confused with other symptoms of the postpartum period…
Horizontal positions for giving birth are the most common ones, and they’re the ones most used in our hospitals. We’ll explain the different positions, as well as the advantages and disadvantages of each one. The birth position is a personal…
Back pain after giving birth is a much more common issue than you may think. In most cases, it has to do with the major physical changes that take place in a woman’s body during pregnancy… especially in regards to…
Generally, bringing a baby into the world leads to a lot of joy and happiness. However, the first few months after giving birth are the hardest and aren’t always the happiest for some mothers, which is why many women ask…
It seems amazing that, as much as science has advanced, the exact date on which a baby will be born remains an unknown. Approximate calculations are made using the date of the last period, and different data obtained from the…
There are several methods to induce labor. Depending on the circumstances, and health of both mother and baby, the specialists will choose what they consider to be the best option. They’ll always explain what’s entailed and its advantages and disadvantages,…
The way your body changes after pregnancy can be a cause for concern for many women. That’s why it’s important to know how your body may transform after giving birth. At the same time, you should keep in mind that…
There is a close link between medical staff and patients in childbirth care. The relationship before, during, and after childbirth is strengthened when we know the rights and obligations of each party. In this article, we’ll be talking about the…
Postpartum anxiety and depression are conditions that often overwhelm many women around the world. This is because worry and stress reach such high levels that they end up causing more serious conditions. So, it’s really important to know what’s “normal”…
Many women have questions about the best positions for giving birth. That’s why we wanted to write this article to help clear up some of the most common questions. The correct position to give birth to your little one will…
It’s normal for a pregnant woman to have certain concerns when she goes to see her consultant. She’ll often hear terms that can sound quite frightening, and episiotomy is one of them. We’ll explain how to cure an episiotomy in…
It’s normal to have many doubts while waiting for your second child. You’re probably wondering if the second pregnancy will be more comfortable than the first or if it’ll be the same. Perhaps you avoid repeating certain circumstances from the…
The birth of a baby is one of the most important events in a woman’s life. The delivery process varies according to the customs and principles of each culture or country. The delivery process in other cultures have characteristics that…
Are you nearing the end of your pregnancy and feeling anxious to meet the new love of your life? Even if you feel like you can’t wait, rest assured that it’s best to let your baby choose his or her…
The postpartum period has little to do with fresh sheets, cotton candy, quiet mornings, and the rosy atmosphere you see displayed on social media. Pain, sleepless nights, doubts, fatigue, emotional volatility, readjusting to new situations and a change in roles…
One of the issues that lots of women worry about during delivery are episiotomies and vaginal tears. Therefore, in this article we’ll answer the following question: Can you prevent episiotomies and tears during delivery? First, it’s good to define both…