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Q: I know it’s good to stay active in pregnancy, but why is prenatal yoga specifically recommended during pregnancy?   A: There are many benefits to staying active in pregnancy and because prenatal yoga is specifically designed to be both safe and beneficial for the pregnant body, it is a great activity for pregnant women. In fact, a 2015 review published in the American Journal of Perinatology found that compared to other forms of exercise, women experienced the most benefit

Q: My first baby was born via cesarean. I’m expecting again and my provider said it’s just easier for everyone if I just schedule a repeat cesarean, but I would prefer a vaginal birth. Is VBAC safe? How do I prepare?   A: Vaginal Birth After Cesarean (VBAC) is a good option for most people who have previously given birth via cesarean surgery – there are a few factors that may make VBAC a less safe choice for an individual: having a classical or inverted T uterine scar history

Think back to planning your wedding or your last big purchase. There was likely a fair amount of preparation involved. In the case of your wedding, perhaps you formed a plan for the day, visited various venues or vendors to know your options, and chose music, flowers, or foods that best fit your preferences. Perhaps you stepped up your fitness and nutrition so you could feel your best for the special day. You prepared yourself for the event so you could relax and enjoy the sp

This post is part of the series, 10 Tips for a Better Postpartum . This is Tip #8 in a list of 10 things you can do in pregnancy to set yourself up for a more comfortable, peaceful, and enjoyable postpartum journey. Check back in the coming weeks as I share the next tips in the series! Tip #8: Maximize Your Sleep Sleep when the baby sleeps, right? YES. Please do! But in reality you may need to do a bit more strategizing to find ways of getting much needed rest that work for y