Some couples struggle with the financial cost of hiring a birth coach. Doulas are not always covered by health insurance and are often an out of pocket expense.

Sep 17, 2009 - Amy Kreydin

Attending support groups, finding birth records and contacting agencies are important steps for adoptees looking for information about their biological parents.

Apr 1, 2009 - Angela Krueger

The word is out that there is nothing more beautiful than a glowing woman with a cute baby bump, but is it true?

Jan 27, 2010 - Simone Castello

This article will discuss the evolution and broadening of women's rights in the United States since the late 1800s through today.

Mar 22, 2011 - Alison Zeuschel

The Intra Uterine Device (IUD) has been promoted as an effective contraceptive, but possible side effects give way to best practices in family planning.

Dec 2, 2010 - Camille Tuason Mata

Drugs are routinely used to enhance ovulation in women struggling with fertility issues. Here is a list of fertility drugs, as well as the risks and benefits of each drug

Feb 3, 2010 - River Holmes-Miller

After having a baby the mother may experience feelings of deep sadness. Understanding the possible causes of postpartum depression can help.

Jun 9, 2010 - Yvonne Casey

If you're on the other side of the infertility fence and have had a family, you may have considered becoming a surrogate. Here's the low down on how to go about it.

Sep 28, 2008 - Joanna Karpasea-Jones

Choosing to use a surrogate to conceive a child his one of the most serious decisions a couple can make. This article addresses some legal issues.

Dec 2, 2011 - Marilee A Ryan

Both drinking and smoking can have adverse affects on parents' abilities to conceive a child. Learn how these two bad habits affect fertility.

Jan 16, 2011 - Melanie Shearer

Are psoriasis natural treatment options effective? Learn how to treat psoriasis naturally with nutrition and herbal remedies.

Jun 18, 2010 - Brenna Coleman

Virtually every mother sometimes feels down, sad, or depressed at times after having a baby. Is it normal baby blues or something more serious?

Jun 9, 2009 - Jenny Evans

Folic acid deficiency is the most prevalent vitamin deficiency in pregnancy and has been closely linked to defects in neural tube closure. Read on to find out more...

Jul 2, 2007 - Melanie Lamprecht

With the FDA's nod towards over-the-counter access to Plan B by 17-year-olds, looms the danger of undiscovered, unanticipated and unreported physical effects.

Apr 24, 2009 - Karla Reed

One of the best guitarists of the decade comes in a surprising form -- a novelty act who's part Elvis, part Dracula, but all style when it comes to playing the guitar.

Jul 4, 2009 - Brenda Neugent

In a world of ghostly encounters, where the only real monsters are the living, one gifted young man will make it his life's work to stop the evil wrongdoings of humanity.

Mar 12, 2009 - Ashley Jacob

Types of depression include major depressive episodes, bipolar disorder, cyclothymia and seasonal affective disorder. Each illness has unique features and requires differ

Sep 12, 2009 - Michael McGrath

Depression is a complicated mental health disease, but is treatable. Unfortunately too many cases go untreated due to lack of knowledge or shame.

Jan 8, 2011 - patricia bass

An analysis of youth culture and its effect on social change, with comparisons between developed and undeveloped nations.

Mar 11, 2011 - Joanna Zacharska

In "Madame Bovary" and "The Scarlet Letter," adultery is used as a form of self expression to explore female autonomy.

Sep 24, 2010 - April Seville