Aromatherapy for Birth: Does It Work? At The Birth Center of New Jersey, we explore holistic approaches to making childbirth as comfortable as possible. One such approach is aromatherapy, which offers a natural and soothing way to manage pain and create a calming environment during labor. How Does Aromatherapy Help During Labor?… Continue reading Aromatherapy for Birth
Breech Birth at a Birth Center Most expectant mothers expect their baby to be positioned head-down for delivery. However, sometimes a baby presents in a breech position, i.e. the buttocks or feet are near the cervix. This happens in about 3-4% of full-term births. Here’s how we manage breech births at our birth center. Different… Continue reading Breech Birth at a Birth Center
Managing Complications During Pregnancy Pregnancy and childbirth are beautiful experiences, but sometimes complications may arise. Understanding the signs of complications and how we address these issues can help put your mind at ease. What Causes Pregnancy Complications? Complications can happen for various reasons, and it’s not always something you can control. Sometimes,… Continue reading Managing Complications During Pregnancy
Using Water for Labor and Birth The Birth Center of New Jersey offers water birth for mothers seeking a more comfortable and natural birthing experience. Here’s an overview of how it works. Does Laboring in Water Really Help Mothers? Laboring in warm water makes a difference in managing pain during contractions. The… Continue reading Using Water for Labor and Birth
How We Treat Postpartum Hemorrhage Postpartum hemorrhage (PPH) can be a concerning topic for mothers. Understanding how it’s treated can put your mind at ease. Here’s everything you need to know about postpartum hemorrhage, and how we treat it at The Birth Center of New Jersey. What Is Postpartum Hemorrhage? PPH is excessive… Continue reading How We Treat Postpartum Hemorrhage
Exploring Optimal Positions for Birth Your comfort and safety are paramount for a successful childbirth experience. As an expectant parent, it’s good to learn about different birthing positions so you can be prepared in advance. That way, when the right moment comes, you can find one that is most suitable, safe, and comfortable.… Continue reading Optimal Positions for Birth
Using a Birth Ball in Pregnancy and Labor A birth ball, more commonly known as an exercise or yoga ball, is a useful tool for supporting women throughout pregnancy and labor. Keep reading to explore the benefits of using a birth ball, recommended exercises, and answers to some common questions about its use during… Continue reading Using a Birth Ball in Pregnancy and Labor
Are You Interested in Home Birth? Home birth is becoming increasingly popular with those who want to have an unmedicated birth. Giving birth at home, in a familiar surrounding promotes relaxation and alleviates some of the anxiety associated with labor has become a more popular option. This environment helps mothers relax, reducing… Continue reading Are You Interested in Home Birth?
Does The Birth Center of New Jersey Take Insurance? While all mothers deserve the care they want for their pregnancy, paying out-of-pocket for a birth center isn’t usually an option for everyone. Fortunately, with the increasing popularity of birth centers, they are now often being covered by insurance. The Birth Center of… Continue reading Does The Birth Center of New Jersey Take Insurance?
What You Need to Know about Active Labor If you’ve been reading or taking classes on birth and labor, you might have heard that labor is divided into different stages. There’s a non-active, latent phase at the start of your labor and then there is an active phase as your labor progresses. Here’s what… Continue reading What You Need to Know about Active Labor
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