Giving Birth

A new study says the condition is more common in certain seasons and among women who did not have an epidural. A local expert weighs in.

Emotional and physical factors impact a mom's loss of libido post-childbirth. How can you get back on track with your spouse?

Meet the Westland woman who has been hosting showers for low-income women in southeast Michigan for the past 14 years.

What is water birth – and is it the right option for you? Local experts weigh in on this form of childbirth.

A local childbirth educator with Beaumont explains the realities of labor and what parents should expect.

Eating placenta and placenta encapsulation are common practices in natural birthing circles and an increasingly popular choice for families.

Are you trying to find a close, comfortable and low-stress environment to naturally birth your baby? Browse this list of local hospitals with birthing centers to find the right place for you.

For those considering natural childbirth at a southeast Michigan birth center, there are unique features to make the experience as pleasant as possible.

Lighten your load with our guide to what to pack in a hospital bag for labor and delivery and the things that aren't necessities for moms.

There are so many changes that happen to your body during pregnancy, but these pesky marks are one of the worst. Here are some tips prevent them.

Things don't always go as planned for moms who want to give birth at a natural birthing center. Here are some reasons why it might not work for you.

Local experts share what expectant parents should know if considering homebirth in metro Detroit. Here are some advantages and disadvantages of home birth.