By Mona Saeed, PT, DPT, Cert MDT, CHT We hear it time and again: “Pain during pregnancy is normal… The baby must be sitting on the nerve…” We are told so by our friends, our sisters, our mothers and even uninvited strangers. But the truth is that pain during pregnancy is not normal. It is […]
BACK PAIN: DURING AND AFTER PREGNACY It’s estimated that 50-70 percent of women will suffer back or pelvic pain during pregnancy. Loosening of the ligaments due to hormonal changes, additional weight, and stretching of the abdominal muscles increases stress to the lumbar spine. If you’re lucky enough to sail through pregnancy without back pain, you’re […]
Hey Mamas there’s a new support group in town! RVA Parents of Preemies (RVAPOP) is a Richmond-based group that provides community, advice, support, and friendship to the parents and family members of infants born prematurely. RVAPOPs mission is to lessen the isolation of the NICU experience by uniting new preemie parents with experienced NICU families […]
Congratulations on the birth of your baby! We know that the birth of your child is one of the most important experiences of your life. While there are many lists that include all the newborn essentials, this post focuses on what to expect and some essentials for new moms.
Forming 20 Moms In Motion® teams connecting women through fitness, social and philanthropic goals. Many women today face challenges in balancing full-time careers, a busy home life and raising their children, with little time left for their own fitness and exercise. Bon Secours Virginia Women’s Services, recognizing that women can be better mothers when they […]
Emotional Healing After a Miscarriage The loss of a child through miscarriage can be a difficult and emotional experience. Even in the early weeks of pregnancy, many women develop a strong bond with their unborn child and feel a deep sense of loss when miscarriage occurs. Common responses include shock or denial, disappointment or anger, […]
Despite my childhood aversion to dolls and anything feminine, I have always known that I wanted to be a mother. I spent my days chasing frogs, catching spiders and would not be seen within a 5-mile radius of Barbie. My Grandfather loved to tell stories of the days when I would run up to greet […]
I was fortunate to attend the ribbon cutting ceremony for the new Labor & Delivery unit at VCU Medical Center last night. Such an impressive new space to bring this already amazing team of physicians, nurses, midwives, and doulas to the front of everyone’s mind when thinking about birthing options. I wanted to share […]
Congratulations on your pregnancy! Whether you’re a first-time mother-to-be or experienced in pregnancy, our team at Virginia Women’s Center will be with you every step of the way. We believe that children are among life’s greatest blessings and it is a privilege to help bring them into your family. Each pregnancy and birth is just […]
Natural Birth In a Hospital Setting May 21 & 29, 2013 Hip to be Round 5:30 – 7 pm Come meet the Obstetricians of HCA Virginia for a discussion of all the ways you can follow your natural birth plan at Chippenham, Henrico Doctors’, and Johnston-Willis Hospitals. We will discuss all of the compassionate pregnancy […]
