Midwives of New Jersey

01/05/2026

10 Tips to Eating, Sleeping & Showering with a New Baby | The Midwives Of New Jersey

Postpartum Planning, Life With a New Baby If you are about to add a new baby to your family whether it's your first or subsequent baby, it is a really

01/05/2026

Pre-planning pregnancy is a good idea.

Pre-planning pregnancy is a good idea Many people just find themselves pregnant one day without any prior preparation.  Even if they “planned” their

01/05/2026

Why Try VBAC (Vaginal Birth After Cesarean Section)?

The pros and cons of Vaginal Birth After Cesarean Section (VBAC) are well-documented. Both sides have merit and so, as with most things, it becomes an

01/04/2026

Want to Improve Your Odds For A Natural Birth?

What are the Odds of Having a Natural Birth in New Jersey? About 1 in 10 women have a completely unmedicated birth in New Jersey. And many of those are

01/04/2026

We know the top reason to choose an epidural is its amazing pain relief but do you know these other epidural facts? When you make your decision about how to manage the inevitable discomfort of a 7 pound person exiting your body from a passage as narrow as the va**na, being completely numb sounds very appealing. Just also be sure you understand what you might lose when choose an epidural. Epidural anesthesia changes your ability to make choices about your labor, can stop your natural labor and can severely affect your ability to push your baby out.

Many opt for an epidural for its amazing labor pain relief. There are downside as well. Here are 3 reasons you may want to avoid an epidural.

01/03/2026

7 Tips to De-Stress When Trying to get Pregnant

The chronic effects of stress on a woman can negatively affect conception, pregnancy, and birth and release cortisol and catecholamines.

01/03/2026

How do You Decide When to Have Another Baby?
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01/02/2026

5 Last Minute Ways to Avoid a Cesarean Birth (Even if You are in Labor Right Now!)
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01/01/2026

How do You Decide When to Have Another Baby?
Of course, the first baby is the most momentous decision but if you already have children and think you are ready for another baby, there are a few things to consider.

Learn what to consider before having another baby such as age gaps & family dynamics, so you can confidently decide when to grow your family.

01/01/2026

Why Do Midwives Have Better Birth Outcomes?

Knowledge is Power This Evidence-based care video series  is a great video to share with your families and friends to help them understand the impact

12/31/2025

How Safe is it to Give Birth in a Hospital?

Learn about myths and facts of childbirth and discover the truth about labor, pain, and delivery options to make informed choices.

12/30/2025

Pregnancy Weight Gain, What Your Midwife Wants You to Know

To avoid excessive pregnancy weight gain, a woman should carefully plan her week to include a variety of nutritionally dense foods.