Your First Postpartum Period If you have just had your first baby, you're probably wondering about the changes in your body that occurred during the pregnancy. What will stay and what will go back to the way it was before pregnancy? In a short period known as the...

Baby Medicine Cabinet Must Haves   Stocking up your baby’s medicine cabinet will help you with any illness that may come up. Taking care of an infant largely relies on your ability to keep them healthy and safe. It includes countering the seasonal flu, diaper...

When & How to Use a Nipple Shield   Breastfeeding is an incredible experience filled with many benefits for both momma and baby, BUT is not easy! It is a journey that you and your baby will go through together as you learn what works best for you both,...

 What is an Epidural? Epidurals are commonly referenced when it comes to labor and delivery, but most people don’t actually know the details of how they work. If you’ve been doing some research on the difference between birth center birth and birth in a hospital...

The Non-Stress Test Breakdown Near the end of your pregnancy, your healthcare provider may want to perform a non-stress test to assess your baby’s health condition while they’re still inside the womb. This test is a good assessment of the baby’s health condition and...

Morning Sickness Hacks   Morning sickness is talked about A LOT when it comes to pregnancy. You might get sick of hearing about it (pun intended), but it’s such a common symptom. In fact, up to 80% of pregnant women experience nausea and vomiting during their...

At Charleston Birth Place, we realize that women’s health goes beyond pregnancy and labor. This is why we articulate the fact that health care for women is something that must be done all year round, typically at an annual appointment. Our highly trained and qualified...

Our Philosophy of Care For any caregiving or medical practice, a strong philosophy of care is super important for clients who are considering your practice. Keeping this in mind, Charleston Birth Place’s philosophy is designed to protect our clients’ confidence and...

Comfort Measures For Labor Choosing to labor naturally can seem intimidating since medical means of pain relief aren’t offered at birth centers. But that doesn’t mean we don’t have other effective methods of easing your pain to make sure labor progresses smoothly and...

Childbirth Education Classes If you're having your first baby, it’s okay to feel overwhelmed and clueless about the whole thing. A lot of women rely on word of mouth from friends and experienced family to help them figure things out along the way. But, no two women...