Belly Bands in Pregnancy Thanks to modern-day innovation, there are so many accessories that make pregnancy so much easier for women. There are the famous pregnancy pillows, pregnancy wristbands, and also pregnancy belly bands. What is the purpose of a pregnancy belly band? A pregnancy belly band is a device that is designed to support [...]
Skin-to-Skin Contact Benefits If you’ve ever been present for birth in a birth center, you might have noticed how the midwife immediately put the baby belly-down on the mother’s chest. This is called initiating skin-to-skin contact and is best done as soon as possible after birth. What is Skin-to-Skin Contact? Skin-to-skin contact is when the [...]
When Can I Feel Baby Move? When you’re having your first baby, there is so much excitement around achieving all those little pregnancy milestones. Like the first ultrasound, the first visit with your healthcare provider, and then experiencing all the little (and big) changes pregnancy brings to your body. One thing all new mothers highly [...]
Making A Birth Plan The birth of your baby should be a joyous, stress-free moment for you. To make sure that happens, it’s usually a good idea to plan ahead of time and make sure all your preferences are catered to beforehand. What Is A Birth Plan? A birth plan is a written outline of [...]
The Fourth Trimester We have always heard of pregnancy in terms of 3 trimesters, after which you give birth. But did you know, there is also a fourth trimester? And that it’s equally, if not more important than the other three trimesters? What Is The Fourth Trimester? The fourth trimester is the 12-week period after [...]
Should I Hire a Doula? Pregnancy is a physically and mentally challenging time for all mothers-to-be. While Birth Center Stone Oak is here to take care of you during this time through our exceptional midwifery care, seeking out additional supplemental services like counseling, chiropractic care, and doulas can provide you with everything you might possibly [...]
Tearing During Labor Labor is considered one of the most difficult ordeals a woman can go through. Along with the pains of labor, one factor that largely contributes to postpartum discomfort is tearing during labor. Vaginal or perineal tears are common during childbirth. It is said that 9 in 10 women undergoing vaginal delivery might [...]
Preparing for Labor at Birth Center Stone Oak Everyone likes to feel prepared no matter what the occasion might be. And when it comes to pregnancy and labor, preparation is key to success! Preparing for labor helps mothers and families feel more comfortable and calm about what lies ahead and allows them to focus on [...]
Why Choose Natural Childbirth? Birth Center Stone Oak is a birth center in San Antonio that offers childbirth on your terms. Since we opened our doors, we have served hundreds of families throughout the region by providing options and choices in birth. Our philosophy around birth is all about women taking back their bodies, their [...]
Am I Pregnant? | Early Pregnancy Signs Finding out that you're pregnant can come as a shock, whether you were trying to conceive or not. It’s the first of many emotions that come with your pregnancy journey! There can be a lot of anxiety that comes with the moments before you know you are pregnant. [...]
