by SCV Birth Center | Mar 16, 2026 | Pregnancy Tips
The Myth of the “Due Date”: Why Going Past 40 Weeks is Normal (and Safe) If there is one date that becomes burned into a pregnant person’s brain, it is the “Due Date.” From the moment you see those two pink lines, the countdown begins....
by SCV Birth Center | Mar 9, 2026 | Uncategorized
When we think about labor progress, we usually fixate on one number: Dilation. We want to know, “How many centimeters am I?” We imagine the cervix opening like a door. While dilation is important, it is only a symptom of a much larger issue. The real...
by SCV Birth Center | Mar 2, 2026 | Breastfeeding
One of the most daunting milestones for new parents is the end of parental leave. As you prepare to transition back into the workforce, a big question often looms over the excitement (and anxiety) of returning: “How do I continue to breastfeed when I’m not with my...
by SCV Birth Center | Feb 16, 2026 | Uncategorized
Why Healthy Black Women Are Pushed Toward C-Sections (And How We Fight Back) It is a statistic that should stop us in our tracks. A newly released study revealed a startling reality about birth in America. Healthy Black women with low-risk pregnancies are 20% more...
by SCV Birth Center | Jul 31, 2023 | Childbirth, Pregnancy Tips, SCV Birth Center, Wellness
Hello and welcome back everyone! Today on the Santa Clarita Valley (SCV) Birth Center blog, we’re diving into the topic of gestational diabetes. It’s a common concern during pregnancy, but fear not – we’re here to shed some light on the matter...
