Birth Center Basics

Birth Center Basics

Many expecting moms have heard the terms “natural childbirth” or “birth center” thrown around but still aren’t sure what that means. We want to define and breakdown what these terms mean and help every expecting mom explore all their options and ask the right...
2016 Holiday Greetings

2016 Holiday Greetings

In case you missed it with all the hustle and bustle, winter officially started yesterday, the mall parking lot is packed and it seems to smell like gingerbread everywhere you go. It’s December 22nd already and with the holidays right around the corner we wanted to...
December at The SCV Birth Center

December at The SCV Birth Center

Welcome to December! The month of holiday parties, gift exchanges, and play dates. Here at the SCV Birth Center we are overjoyed for the holiday season to be upon us. We are so excited to see all our families this holiday season! We have a wide range of events...
Rest and Relaxation

Rest and Relaxation

Last week, we talked about keeping up with all of this season’s social demands… parties, social gatherings, and family dinners. But after all the social outings how do you make sure you are using your down time effectively and getting the most rest and relaxation you...
Managing Your Holiday Social Scene

Managing Your Holiday Social Scene

With Thanksgiving right around the corner, the season of holiday parties and seasonal visits has officially started. If you’re a new mom or you’re pregnant, you are probably experiencing a whole new set of hurdles – preparing for every situation for your little...
Pre-Labor Checklist

Pre-Labor Checklist

If you’re navigating the waters of your third trimester, you are probably being inundated with information along with tips and tricks for labor, prep, and postpartum. Stop, take a seat, and take a breath. Here are just a few simple tasks you’ll want to have completed...
Keeping Baby Warm

Keeping Baby Warm

While we are based in Southern California where we don’t usually have to worry about below zero temperatures, there are still plenty of days you have to worry about keeping your baby warm. Winter is often the time of cold weather, germy interactions, and constantly...
What does VBAC mean?

What does VBAC mean?

Many women don’t even realize that vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC)s are an option for them. Even after traumatizing hospital experiences and difficult previous births, many women qualify for a VBAC. You may have had a scheduled cesarean or you may have been...
What Birthing Classes Are Really Like

What Birthing Classes Are Really Like

Whether you are pregnant with your first or your fifth baby, you are probably going to take part in birthing classes before your birth. Because each pregnancy is different, it’s important to be part of a community that can help you through your unique journey. Taking...