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My labor journal: Part three
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My labor journal: Part four
Back home with baby! WE'RE HOME!!! I made it to the "other side." Yay!! It's amazing how one's outlook on life can be changed by... -
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How can I relieve back pain during labor?
If your baby is in a posterior presentation just before birth, labor can be, quite literally, a pain. Childbirth Educator Kira Smith... -
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Why do they teach breathing exercises in childbirth education classes?
All your life, you breathe in and out. So what's the point of learning "breathing exercises" during childbirth classes? Childbirth... -
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What are some natural ways to induce labor?
If your body (and baby) is ready, what can you do to help move the process of labor along? Family Physician Jane Forester has some...Max 5 stars90My Rating -
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What medications are used to induce labor?
There are various reasons you might choose - in conjunction with your caregiver - induction or augmentation of your labor and many...Max 5 stars47My Rating -
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What is Cytotec?
Though not approved by the Food and Drug Administration as a labor-inducing agent, doctors frequently use Cytotec to induce labor....Max 5 stars80My Rating -
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How will I know if I am experiencing premature labor?
Preterm labor can be a little scary. Obstetrician/Gynecologist David Barrere helps us to better understand it and what signs to look... -
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Before you call the anesthesiologist
You may know you want an anesthetic for your labor, but did you know that it's not always a doctor who does the work? Here's some...
