Congratulations, you’re expecting! This exciting time includes a lot of changes for you, as well as planning for the arrival of your baby and the not-so-distant future. It can also mean lots of ...

A hernia is when a part of the body protrudes or pushes through another part of the body where it shouldn’t. In rare cases, it can be a complication of a cesarean section (C-section). A cesarean ...

A caesarean (or C-section) is when a cut is made in your tummy and womb to deliver your baby. In the UK around 25% of babies are born via Caesarean section. Around 10% are elective C-sections (i.e.

After pushing for two hours with my first child, I was sent to have a C-section. With my second child, I tried for a VBAC but ended with a C-section again. For my last two babies, I just went ahead ...

A C-section may not have been part of your birth plan. Many women are thrilled with the outcome—healthy baby, healthy mom—while others are hesitant to go through delivery again after a particularly ...

Globally, 21% births are delivered via C-section, higher than the level thought required for medical purposes (10-15%). 60% of countries overuse C-sections, and 25% underuse the procedure, suggesting ...

NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Women who deliver by cesarean section seem to have similar cosmetic results whether the wound is closed with stitches or staples, a new study suggests. There are a number ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Early in life, babies born by cesarean section have different gut ...