What Is a Bariatric Hospital Bed?

What Is a Bariatric Hospital Bed?

A bariatric bed is heavy duty and is usually wider than the normal traditional hospital bed, and it accommodates people who have a heavyweight in hospitals, rehabilitation centers, nursing homes, or at home. A standard hospital bed may have an approximate width of...

Birthing at Home: The Pros and Cons

According to the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, in the United States, approximately 35,000 births (0.9%) per year occur in the home. If you’re considering a planned home birth, you probably have questions. Is it safe? Will you need...
Does a Birthing Bed Make a Difference?

Does a Birthing Bed Make a Difference?

The average cost of a hospital stay in the United States, according to HCUP, is a little over $10,700. Hospital or birthing bed costs are a major factor in this. In the United States, there are about 2.5 million beds in nursing homes and hospitals. Patients with...