Diana Spalding, CNM

Diana is a certified nurse-midwife midwife, pediatric nurse, founder of Gathered Birth, and wrote ' The Motherly Guide to Becoming Mama.' She loves all things birth, and is passionate about empowering women to trust themselves and embrace their inner rockstar. Diana lives outside Philadelphia with her husband and 3 amazing, goofy kids.

Labor & Delivery

7 things to think about when you go past your due date

We are here to tell you that it really will be ok! Here are some thing to keep in mind during these final days of your pregnancy.

Birth

9 simple strategies for a calm labor & peaceful birth

You’ve got this.

Parenting

Dear mama: You’re not doing it wrong, it’s just that hard

We can try as hard as we possibly can, but sometimes things are just messy.

First Trimester

What month will my baby be born? Try our due date calculator

There are a few different ways to find out.

Birth

8 surprising things to know about giving birth for the first time

2. Every birth is different.

Women's Health

5 surprising facts about giving birth the second time around

You might feel more cramping after birth—but also more confidence.

Birth

17 important phrases to say if you’re being mistreated while giving birth

Repeat after us: "You do not have my permission."

Holidays

The big kid gift guide: What 9-year-olds (and up) * really * want

The older kids get, the harder it can be to find them holiday gifts that make their eyes sparkle. But fear not, your gift guide is here.

News

Here’s why the AAP supports gun control

"Gun violence is a public health epidemic that is injuring and killing children at alarming rates."

Work & Motherhood

To the working mamas who feel like they’re failing every. single. day

Mama, it's not your fault.

Child Learn & Play

Create the perfect reading nook for your child with 6 simple steps

If you've been searching for some inspo to create the perfect reading nook for your child (and you), we've got you covered!

Pregnancy

10 tried-and-true ways to induce labor naturally

If you’ve reached full-term in your pregnancy and are ready to try to speed things along by trying to naturally induce your labor at home, we feel you.