July - 25, 2023
Hypertension During Pregnancy
Hypertension (high blood pressure) during pregnancy can pose serious health risks to the growing fetus as well as the mother. Depending on what type of hypertension you have, you may need to transfer care to an OBGYN to be monitored and potentially induced. In this blog post, you’ll learn about the types of hypertension, […]
July - 11, 2023
Adjusting to a New Baby
Whether you are pregnant with your first child or your third, adding a new member to the family can be quite the adjustment. Your whole family dynamic can change, at least for a little while before getting adjusted to the new routine. Here are some tips to help you get settled. First-Time Parents During the […]
June - 27, 2023
What to Avoid During Pregnancy
Most people know that there are certain things you should avoid when pregnant, like drinking alcohol and smoking, but there are more to that list that aren’t that obvious. Don’t worry, we will let you know what things may have potential risks, how you can prevent them, and what you should limit your consumption of. […]
June - 13, 2023
The Third Trimester
Ahh, the third trimester, starting at 28 weeks and ending with birth (usually between 40 and 42 weeks). The final trimester of pregnancy and the one that feels like the longest. The bliss and ease of the second trimester may soon be replaced by feelings of eagerness, nervousness, excitement, and restlessness. On that note, […]
May - 30, 2023
Coming Soon
Do you live in Davis County and wish that My Family Birth Center was a little closer? We have some good news for you. We are expanding and will be opening a birth center in Layton on Antelope Drive! The new location will cover all of Davis County and is set to open […]
May - 17, 2023
The United Way of Nothern Utah
Have you dreamed about giving birth with midwives outside of a hospital but are not sure if you can afford it? Don’t give up hope, there may still be a way to have the birth of your dreams. The United Way of Northern Utah has a fund specifically for women who want to […]
May - 2, 2023
The Second Trimester
If you’re just coming out of the first trimester, you’ll be happy to learn that the second trimester (weeks 13-27) is the most welcomed part of pregnancy. For most women this is when the nausea and vomiting subside, the fatigue lessens, and your belly starts to resemble more of a bump and less like bloating. […]
April - 18, 2023
The First Trimester
Are you newly pregnant and wondering what the first trimester has in store for you? We’ve got you covered. In this blog post, we will discuss the common symptoms of the first trimester, how your baby begins to form, and how to get through the thick of it. Symptoms Signs of early pregnancy can often […]
April - 6, 2023
National Accreditation
Did you know that My Family Birth Center is Utah’s only nationally accredited birth center and has been accredited since 2020? Let’s take a look at what that means exactly and how it can benefit our patients. Accreditation Process The Commision for the Accreditation of Birth Centers (CABC) uses the standards set by the American […]
March - 22, 2023
The Mental Load of Breastfeeding
We’ve all heard about how hard breastfeeding can be, but we don’t always understand why it can be so tricky sometimes. Even when there is an absence of physical challenges, like an improper latch, the mental and emotional difficulties can be overwhelming. Loss of Autonomy All parents lose some sense of autonomy when they have […]