Week 27 – Finding a Childbirth Class
Finding a childbirth class
Have you signed up for a childbirth class yet? A once-a-week class will teach you and your partner what to expect through the end of your pregnancy, how to be more comfortable during labor, and how your partner or labor companion can best support you. Some classes also cover baby care, breastfeeding, and infant CPR. Parents usually say that they learn a lot in their childbirth classes and make lasting friendships with other new parents. (more…)
Week 24 – Why Bank Cord Blood?
Planning ahead: cord-blood banking
In recent years, a new option has become available for parents who wish to prepare for every possibility. In the past, after a baby was delivered, the placenta and umbilical cord were discarded. Then it was found that these organs are a source of the same kinds of blood-forming stem cells as is bone marrow. These cells can be collected, stored, and, if needed, used to treat a range of serious illnesses. (more…)

