Pregnancy
How to Protect Your Perineum From a Tear or Episiotomy
Damage to vaginal tissues during birth is a common concern. It usually takes longer to heal with a tear or a cut and can make your postpartum experience unpleas
Linda Fehrman
Linda began writing professionally in 2014. The majority of her work has been published on fitness, health-eating and relationships. Linda is well-versed and passionate about relationships, fitness and health issues.
Travel
Stand-up Paddleboarding in St. Thomas in the Virgin Islands
The call of seabirds and the music of water falling off your paddle are the only sounds as you glide over the surface of azure water just off the shore of St. T
Pregnancy
How to Use a Supported Squat Position With an Epidural
Moms who choose an epidural in labor often get stuck in bed. If the epidural works properly, your bottom half (from your waist to your toes) is usually too numb
Travel
Scuba Diving in Montserrat, West Indies
Although the small Caribbean island of Montserrat only has about 15 dive sites off its coasts, there's plenty worth exploring. Scuba enthusiasts will encounter
Travel
Freshwater Kayaking Locations in Broward, Florida
The Atlantic Ocean beaches might be the main draw for water lovers in Broward County, but a network of freshwater channels makes the cities in this South Florid
Pregnancy
How to Calm a Panicky Woman During Labor
Many women in labor handle every contraction they have with dignity. Sometimes it's hard to even tell when they are having contractions and when they aren't. Ho
Travel
South Pole Tours
Around 30,000 people visit Antarctica each year, but most of these stay in cruise ships along the Antarctic coastline to spot whales, penguins and albatross. Th
Pregnancy
How to Write Your Own Labor Relaxation Script
The process of giving birth is called "labor" for a reason -- it's hard work. Although there's nothing relaxing about the physical process of giving birth, you
Travel
Caving in Malaysia
It's surprising that Malaysia doesn't belong to any international cave associations and has so few active spelunkers in its population. While that would imply t
Pregnancy
How to Use a Left Side Lying Comfort Position in Labor
Lying comfort positions in labor are generally a welcomed suggestion. Moms in labor get tired of standing, squatting, or kneeling during their contractions. Alt
Travel
Spelunking in Washington State
Washington state's impressive wild places range from snow-capped mountains to dripping rainforests and fog-shrouded fjords. Its caves are often overlooked, but
Pregnancy
How to Use a Hanging Squat Position in Labor
Laboring moms often want to change positions throughout their labor. Not only does it feel good, but it assists the baby in his or her rotation through the pelv