We’ve all heard the proverb, “It takes a village to raise a child.” But what does that mean for modern parents, who are so often siloed from the people that once provided essential support? In ELLE’s ...

Human birth has a reputation for danger. The usual explanation is simple enough: walking upright narrowed the pelvis, while ...

left to right: Kemetra King, Dr. Alexis Dunn Amore, Dr. Nikia Grayson, Talita Oseguera, Dr. Nekea Smith, and Jasmine Bates-Marshall (Photo courtesy CHOICES) “I was told I would never be able to have ...

Of all the decisions you'll make while pregnant, deciding where to give birth might be the most impactful. Hospitals, birthing centers, and home births all come with benefits and drawbacks; it just ...

Why are babies born prematurely? Researchers still don’t really know. Obstetricians are very good at managing the process of birth. But when it comes to predicting whether a baby will be born in a ...

For first-time mothers, handling all of the issues associated with pregnancy and postpartum care can be especially ...