by SCV Birth Center | May 19, 2017 | Pregnancy Tips
So many first-time moms decide to have a natural birth without doing their research. What does “natural birth” mean, and what steps can you take to ensure a natural birth is your best option? Natural birth is a childbirth option that includes no routine medical...
by SCV Birth Center | Apr 17, 2017 | Pregnancy Tips
Most times when a woman finds out she is pregnant, one of the first prenatal appointments involves giving her a “due date.” This is the point in time when her baby is expected to arrive. If not on the date, the expectation is usually that she will give birth very...
by SCV Birth Center | Feb 5, 2017 | Pregnancy Tips
According to a new super adorable ad for the super bowl (and various data), a surge in birth rates exactly nine months later in the cities whose sports teams won championships, is not an uncommon phenomenon. It happened in Boston after the Red Sox notoriously broke...
by SCV Birth Center | Jan 5, 2017 | Parenting Tips, Pregnancy Tips
Transition from being a mommy of one to a mommy of two is a big change. You made it through your first birth and either you had an amazing natural birth, or you had a hospital birth and want to give home birth a try. Being a bit scared is normal, but don’t let the...
by SCV Birth Center | Nov 17, 2016 | Pregnancy Tips
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...
by SCV Birth Center | Nov 10, 2016 | Childbirth, Pregnancy Tips
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...