Labor Complications
Labor and delivery complications during childbirth can include premature labor, fetal distress, failure to progress, cord prolapse, shoulder dystocia,... read more
June 24, 2010
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Labor Pain Management
Labor and birth pain varies among pregnant women and progresses and affects them in different ways. Learn how you might react to pain and can plan ahe... read more
June 24, 2010
5 Signs and Symptoms of Labor
What are the common physical and emotion signs of labor? And how do you know if your labor really has started...? read more
June 24, 2010
Monitoring During Labor
Your baby's heartbeat and your contractions are monitored during labor to check for progress and to ensure your and your baby's well-being. Get the fa... read more
June 24, 2010
Labor Signs with Twins and Multiples: Recognizing Preterm Labor
If you're expecting twins or multiples, you're more likely to go into labor early. Find out how to recognize the signs of preterm labor. In this artic... read more
March 13, 2008
When to Go to The Hospital for Labor
Know the signs of when you're going into labor and the signs that it's time to go to the hospital for labor and birth. read more
June 24, 2010
Sudden Birth: What to Do for Precipitous Labor
Be prepared for sudden birth or precipitous labor with these medical tips for delivering a baby not in a hospital. read more
June 24, 2010
8 Methods and Medications for Labor Pain Relief
Looking for relief from labor pain? Learn about different types of labor medications and pain management options for childbirth. read more
March 28, 2018
50+ Birth Affirmations for Dads as a Supportive Partner in Labor
Dads-to-be need these funny and supportive birth affirmations for dads to say to their partner during labor and childbirth. read more
August 29, 2023
Heavy Lifting When Pregnant: Physical Labor and Safety
How much can you lift in each trimester of pregnancy? What physically demanding jobs are safe to do? Our experts have the answers. read more
May 2, 2008
The First Stage of Labor - Including Effacement and Dilation - What To Expect
Get prepared with our guide on what to expect during the first (and longest) stage of labor. (Including contractions, cervical effacement, dilation.) read more
February 13, 2021
3 Emotional Signs of Labor You Should Pay Attention To
From nesting instincts to anxiety and mood swings, these emotional signs of labor can signal that it's almost time to have your baby. read more
November 21, 2022