Birth Story: Epidural Pain Relief
Pain-relief plans may change during labor and childbirth. Hear a woman's story about planning for a natural birth and then deciding to use low-dose an... read more
June 24, 2010
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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
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
Drugs for Pain Relief
Various types of pain relief medication can help during labor and childbirth. Get the facts about analgesic drugs, which dull the perception of pain; ... read more
June 24, 2010
Ring of Fire Pregnancy: Crowning Pain Explained
While the ring of fire can be painful, it’s also a sign that birth is almost over. read more
January 28, 2023
What Are the Benefits of Hypnobirthing Techniques and Visualizations?
Discover the benefits of hypnobirthing techniques and visualizations during childbirth. Learn if hypnobirthing can reduce labor and birth pains. read more
April 5, 2023
Perineal Trauma in Childbirth: Recovering from Vaginal Tears
What is perineal trauma? Understand the degrees of perineal tears in childbirth, and recovery for vaginal tearing postpartum. read more
June 12, 2023
Common Reasons Why Your Cervix Is Not Dilating
If your cervix is not dilating in labor there are many possible causes for why labor may fail to progress. read more
May 2, 2023
How Can a Birthing Comb Help With Labor Pain?
Squeezing a comb while giving birth has been said to reduce labor pains through acupuncture techniques. How does a birthing comb work and can it help ... read more
April 5, 2023
Vaginal Delivery for Multiple Pregnancy
Find information on what to expect during vaginal delivery for twins, triplets, or more. read more
March 13, 2008
Induction of Labor
It's not uncommon to have labor induced, or started by artificial means. Learn about induction through softening your cervix, breaking your water, and... read more
June 24, 2010
Braxton Hicks or True Labor Contractions? Information From Experts and Moms
For some women, labor contractions feel like mild cramps or period pain, while others describe it as the most painful experience of their lives (hence... read more
December 20, 2016