We all know that eating nutritious food is essential for a healthy pregnancy, but knowing what nutrients we need and where to get them can be a bit more challenging. Read along for what nutrients you should incorporate into your daily diet and where to find them.

Gestational diabetes occurs in about 2-9% of pregnancies. Certain risk factors may increase your risk of gestational diabetes such as a family history of diabetes, having prediabetes, or PCOS.

Are you terrified of tearing while giving birth? While not all tears are preventable, you may be able to avoid getting a severe tear using these methods.

Wondering which birth control option is right for you? Birth control is a very personal decision and can be included in your Postpartum Planning. Let’s take a look at what options are available.

Heidi was in her fourth pregnancy when she found My Family Birth Center and began her prenatal care. She had heard about birth centers from friends who had used them before and she wanted more from her birth than what the hospital could provide. 

With the rising cost of necessities, you may be looking for other ways to save money. At My Family Birth Center, you can have a customizable birth while spending less.

Postpartum depression is a mood disorder that affects approximately 1 in 7 women. Education and the ability to recognize the signs and symptoms can allow you to get the help needed to manage PPD.

Often, people think mothers do all the work during labor and delivery, but we know that fathers provide much more value to their baby’s birth than just their presence. They are there to assist the mother and, in fact, have many jobs throughout the course of labor.

You have your baby, and you know the practical side of taking care of them- changing their diapers, feeding them, and letting them sleep often. But what about when their needs have been taken care of? How do you entertain a newborn? Keep reading to find great tips on playing with a newborn!