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Labor and Childbirth

Pros and Cons of Giving Birth Standing Up

Pros and Cons of Giving Birth Standing Up

by Dr. Vilma Ruddock, M.D.

Pros and Cons of Giving Birth Standing Up

by Dr. Vilma Ruddock, M.D.

How Long After the Water Breaks Before the Baby Is Born?
How Long After the Water Breaks Before the Baby Is Born?
By Dr. Vilma Ruddock, M.D.
What Does a Dilated Cervix Look Like?
What Does a Dilated Cervix Look Like?
By Dominique W. Brooks, M.D.
True Labor Signs vs. False Labor Signs
True Labor Signs vs. False Labor Signs
By Karen Frazier
Childbirth Videos for Vaginal and C-Section Deliveries
Childbirth Videos for Vaginal and C-Section Deliveries
By Dr. Vilma Ruddock, M.D.
Pros and Cons of Giving Birth Standing Up
Pros and Cons of Giving Birth Standing Up
By Dr. Vilma Ruddock, M.D.
Creating a Home Birth Plan (With Template)
Creating a Home Birth Plan (With Template)
By Mychelle Blake
Safety Tips on Using Herbs to Induce Labor
Safety Tips on Using Herbs to Induce Labor
By Jennifer Chait
Pros and Cons of Birthing Centers
Pros and Cons of Birthing Centers
By Gabrielle Applebury, LMFT
Walking and Labor Induction
Walking and Labor Induction
By Amy Finley
Labor Stages From First Contractions Through Delivery
Labor Stages From First Contractions Through Delivery
By Karen Frazier
How to Perform Four Types of Lamaze Breathing
How to Perform Four Types of Lamaze Breathing
By Kathleen Roberts, M.G.
Pros and Cons of Using Pitocin to Induce Labor
Pros and Cons of Using Pitocin to Induce Labor
By Julie Kirk, RDMS
4 Drugs Commonly Used to Induce Labor
4 Drugs Commonly Used to Induce Labor
By Julie Kirk, RDMS
How Long Do Contractions Last During Labor?
How Long Do Contractions Last During Labor?
By Gabrielle Applebury, LMFT
What to Expect When the Baby Is Crowning
What to Expect When the Baby Is Crowning
By Julie Kirk, RDMS
How to Tell if Your Water Is Leaking
How to Tell if Your Water Is Leaking
By Dr. Vilma Ruddock, M.D.
Postpartum Bowel Movements and Changes
Postpartum Bowel Movements and Changes
By Julie Kirk, RDMS
Everything You Need to Know About Labor Contractions
Everything You Need to Know About Labor Contractions
By Dr. Vilma Ruddock, M.D.
Breaking the Water Artificially
Breaking the Water Artificially
By Dr. Vilma Ruddock, M.D.
Episiotomy Procedure, Aftercare and Risks
Episiotomy Procedure, Aftercare and Risks
By Dr. Vilma Ruddock, M.D.
What Makes Your Water Break When You Are Pregnant?
What Makes Your Water Break When You Are Pregnant?
By Dr. Vilma Ruddock, M.D.
Burst of Energy Before Labor aka Nesting Behavior
Burst of Energy Before Labor aka Nesting Behavior
By Dr. Vilma Ruddock, M.D.
Benefits and Potential Risks of Giving Birth in Water
Benefits and Potential Risks of Giving Birth in Water
By Dr. Vilma Ruddock, M.D.
Printable Packing List for Labor and Delivery
Printable Packing List for Labor and Delivery
By Dr. Vilma Ruddock, M.D.
Does Induction Speed Up Labor?
Does Induction Speed Up Labor?
By Dr. Vilma Ruddock, M.D.
What to Do and Not Do When Your Water Breaks
What to Do and Not Do When Your Water Breaks
By Dr. Vilma Ruddock, M.D.
Great Techniques for Natural Childbirth Pain Management
Great Techniques for Natural Childbirth Pain Management
By Jennifer Leavitt
The Role of Doulas and the Benefits of Labor Support
The Role of Doulas and the Benefits of Labor Support
By Dominique W. Brooks, M.D.
Cool Birth Plan Template for Labor and Delivery
Cool Birth Plan Template for Labor and Delivery
By Dominique W. Brooks, M.D.
When and Why C-Section Births Are Necessary
When and Why C-Section Births Are Necessary
By Dominique W. Brooks, M.D.
Home Birth Advantages and Drawbacks to Consider
Home Birth Advantages and Drawbacks to Consider
By Karen Frazier
Average Cost of Childbirth With and Without Insurance
Average Cost of Childbirth With and Without Insurance
By Dominique W. Brooks, M.D.
What Are the 7 Lamaze Techniques?
What Are the 7 Lamaze Techniques?
By Dominique W. Brooks, M.D.
Labor Symptoms
Labor Symptoms
By Holly Swanson
9 Natural Ways to Induce Labor
9 Natural Ways to Induce Labor
By Valorie Delp
Expert Info and Advice From a Certified Nurse Midwife
Expert Info and Advice From a Certified Nurse Midwife
By Rachel Hanson
Challenges to Expect When Birthing Multiples
Challenges to Expect When Birthing Multiples
By Dominique W. Brooks, M.D.
What to Expect When Recovering From a C-section
What to Expect When Recovering From a C-section
By Donna Theobald
5 Childbirth DVDs Truly Worth Watching
5 Childbirth DVDs Truly Worth Watching
By
Choosing a Contraction Timer
Choosing a Contraction Timer
By Rachel Hanson
What Do Contractions Feel Like?
What Do Contractions Feel Like?
By Rachel Hanson
Major Advantages of Natural Childbirth for Mom and Baby
Major Advantages of Natural Childbirth for Mom and Baby
By Jennifer Chait
What Does It Feel Like When Your Water Breaks?
What Does It Feel Like When Your Water Breaks?
By Ella Rain
4 Types of Childbirth Options to Explore
4 Types of Childbirth Options to Explore
By Jodee Redmond
Explanation of Amniotic Fluid, Its Function, and Disorders
Explanation of Amniotic Fluid, Its Function, and Disorders
By Beth S, M.D.
Labor and Childbirth