You at 25 Weeks Pregnant: Your Body and Mind

Let's talk: care team

As you settle into the second half of your pregnancy, you may be thinking more about the support you want when you give birth. And you’ve likely heard how helpful having a midwife, doula or both as part of your maternity care team can be for a better birth experience (don’t miss the benefits of doulas for Black maternal health). To help you navigate your options, here's how midwives & doulas are trained, what they do for pregnant people and how much they cost. And if you’re curious about postpartum support, here's what to know about hiring a postpartum doula.

Your top questions, answered

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In her words

“Every four weeks I go up a bra size…it’s worth being pregnant just for the breasts.” — Natasha Hamilton

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