In the last few weeks of pregnancy, most babies turn and move into a head-down position (cephalic or vertex position), facing the mother’s spine, with the little chin neatly tucked …

Everything you need to know about caesarean section births in South Africa—from procedure details to recovery and what to expect in local hospitals.

Pregnancy is the most natural thing in the world and possibly the most miraculous. It is also different for every Mother-to-be. Read on for some interesting pregnancy myths.

April is International Cesarean Awareness month. To mark it, we tell the story of the first successful c-section in South Africa which is one worth a movie script. On 26 …

Currently, around 26% of babies born in public hospitals in South Africa are delivered by c-section, as are almost 77% of babies whose mothers are on medical aid. With c-sections …

Here’s my C-section recovery: what helped me heal and regain strength one day at a time. Real advice, no fluff—just support that made a difference.

Everyone has a choice when it comes to the type of birth they want. I always wanted to give birth naturally but I couldn’t. My first baby was too big …

C-section births are often described as routine, but there is a side that many mothers only discover once they are in it. Looking at the untold side of surgery and …

The 22nd of March 2022 marked the beginning of World Doula Week under the theme “Doulas make a difference.” This is observed until the 28th of March each year. Doula …

Understanding the differences between a midwife and a doula helps you make informed choices about birth care, support and personal preferences.