Coping Techniques
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Preparation
Help! I can't have a water birth at my hospital
Laboring and giving birth in water is a popular option for many moms. So, why are some hospitals banning water births? -
Preparation
How to spot a doula with her own agenda
Doulas support moms during pregnancy, birth and beyond. What if they are more interested in healing their births or pushing what... -
Birth
How the purple line can change your labor
Is there really a magical way for moms to endure labor without having to endure vaginal exams? Some say the answer is yes. -
Pregnancy
When to head to the hospital during pregnancy
You may have heard the standard drill of when to head into the hospital for signs of labor, but what about before? Do you know the... -
Pregnancy health and wellness
Why first-time mothers should avoid inductions
I've seen it time and time again — well meaning (mostly) doctors who encourage mothers to choose an induction, only to wind up in a... -
Pregnancy - Preparing for Baby
The secret to natural childbirth
I've seen a lot of women give birth. Naturally, with the help of an epidural, and some with a mixture of methods that worked for... -
Preparation
The truth about your mucus plug
Is there really anything that seems to cause as much confusion to pregnant women as that pesky little mucus plug?Max 5 stars33My Rating -
Pain Management
Don't freak out if you can't get an epidural
Whether you have a medical reason that prohibits you from getting an epidural, or labor happens so fast there’s no time to get one,...Max 5 stars100My Rating -
Labor Induction
Come on, baby! Natural induction techniques
This time last year, I was desperate. So desperate to get my baby out already that I researched each and every last natural...Max 5 stars100My Rating -
Labor and Delivery
Would you trust a male nurse during your labor and delivery?
On the labor and delivery unit where I work, there are no male nurses. And it kind of got me thinking — is that acceptable? There...Max 5 stars40My Rating -
Labor and birth
Signs you're in labor
There is no sure-fire way to know when you are going to go into labor. However, there are some signs that indicate that labor is...Max 5 stars100My Rating -
Birth Partner
Create a birth partner checklist
Sure, you'll be the one having contractions, needing your partner for support during labor and birth. But partners need support,...Max 5 stars100My Rating -
Preparation
Prenatal classes: Worth it or waste of time?
Before baby arrives, moms and dads have the opportunity to take a variety of prenatal classes. We asked real moms if they found...Max 5 stars80My Rating -
Birth Stories
Police pull over speeders, deliver baby instead
Police officers thought they were pulling over a speeder, but they got a huge surprise when they discovered a pregnant woman giving...Max 5 stars100My Rating -
Labor and birth
Pitocin not as safe for babies as previously thought
Recent research hints that labor augmentation or induction with Pitocin may not be as safe for babies as previously thought.Max 5 stars100My Rating -
Coping Techniques
Labor lunch break?
Eyeing her husband’s delicious, cheesy chicken sandwich, my patient sighs wistfully. “Man, I want to be able to eat some lunch!” she...Max 5 stars80My Rating -
Labor and Delivery
Labor and birth: By invitation only
Some women want a lot of support from friends and family during their labor and birth, while others prefer to keep it intimate, with...Max 5 stars80My Rating -
Coping Techniques
Back labor be gone!
Back labor makes the work of birthing your baby a bit harder. Learn some tried-and-true tips and techniques to help alleviate the...Max 5 stars80My Rating -
Labor and birth
Myths about inducing labor
Once you reach the end of your pregnancy, you'll likely be ready to get that baby out! Friends and family may tell you to eat spicy...Max 5 stars50My Rating