Jemma Smith suffered anxiety attacks throughout her pregnancy, obsessing about the risks of labor. Her fear of death became so intense she wrote goodbye letters to her partner and unborn child. Mental ...

A person may choose to give birth naturally, without pain management medication, or with an epidural to block sensations of pain in the lower body. Each birthing option has its potential risks and ...

Bringing new life into the world is overwhelmingly described and discussed as a joyous, miraculous experience. And while this can certainly be true, the automatic emphasis on the beautiful aspects of ...