Home is where the heart is, and where the birth is too these days. According to recent statistics, the home-birth rate increased 20 percent between 2004 and 2008 after a 15-year slide, and the delivery method is appealing to a wide range of women. Credit Ricki Lake for that. Her Business of Being Born book and documentary have turned a new generation of moms-to-be on to the movement. Check out 15 Read more

Welcoming a new addition is a rite of passage for other kiddos in the family. We've rounded up some of our favorite sibling gifts from the ever-crafty artists at Etsy. Your big girl or boy will be channeling their Violet Affleck in no time! Read more

Friends and relatives wait and wait for the phone call, email, or text that announces a newborn's birth. And, despite lots of parents knowing the baby's sex in advance and some even choosing their infant's name before the debut, there are plenty of facts that inquiring minds want to know when it's time for the official announcement! Read more

When a new bundle of joy makes his or her way into the world and mama and papa's life, it can be overwhelming. While the parents might want to shout the exciting news from the mountain tops, they may be too exhausted. Thanks to modern technology, there are more options than just the old fashioned face-to-face and phone call announcements. Check out this slideshow for all the ways to introduce Read more

And baby makes four! Heading home from the hospital following the birth of a second, third, or fourth child is a momentous occasion. While mama is negotiating the new family dynamics and figuring out how she can be attentive to each child, she is also recovering from delivery. Women who gave birth via c-section have a few extra obstacles to clear, as they heal from their abdominal surgery. Most Read more

If it takes a village to raise a child, it can take a handful of people to deliver one. Nurses, doctors, midwives and doulas often play instrumental roles in baby's debut. Though only 23 percent of lilsugar readers said they thanked their birth assistants with a gift, those who did made thoughtful purchases. Here are some sweet options perfect for saying thank you that can also be shared with Read more

As expectant mamas, we assume that our babies will make their debuts when they are good and ready. So many women are thrown for a loop when the doctor announces it's time for the wee one to arrive via induction. Whether the procedure is scheduled because the infant is overdue or based on the amniotic fluid levels, there are a few things mothers should know about being induced. Here's what I Read more

Babies have been delivered in fields, taxis and on airplanes. While lots of modern day mamas make the decision to give birth in hospitals, many others seek out alternatives that fit their lifestyles. Check out our slideshow to see some of the more common options available to expectant women. Source Read more

Once family and friends receive a birth announcement and the new parents have extended an invitation for people to meet their welcomed addition, there are a few things visitors should consider. Check out our slideshow for some thoughtful tips on making baby's acquaintance. Read more

Instead of scanning the aisles for a last-minute Valentine's Day card, why not infuse a bit of creativity into your delivery by crafting your own? Regardless of what's in the card, you'll score serious points for extra effort. Whether it's clever origami folding, light scissor cutting, or easy printing, these Valentine's Day cards are sure to win hearts! Read more