If you are pregnant, you may be wondering if the baby’s older siblings should be present at the birth. Some women believe that birth is a family event and...
Labor & Childbirth
There are many benefits to taking a class to prepare you for the birth of your baby. Women who have taken classes tend to be more prepared and have less fear...
Your in your 9th month of pregnancy and about ready for childbirth. Are you starting to feel a little nervous? Your babies arrival is just around the corner...
Opinions about video taping or photographing child birth vary widely. There is no right answer. It is a matter of personal preference and your own comfort...
One of the best ways to be an effective labor coach is to get educated about child birth. Attend childbirth classes with her during labor. Make an effort to be...
Most first time mothers are surprised at the recovery process after the birth of a baby. Your body needs to heal physically after the baby is born. Gradually...
Pregnancy and pain go hand and hand. Have you really thought about pain management? Each person and pregnancy is different. Here are some things to consider in...
by Patricia Hughes Childbirth is painful. That is a fact of life. However, there are many ways to deal with the pain of childbirth. Investigate your options...
Fear of labor is real. A study done in Sweden in 2001 showed that fear resulted in more medication used in labor. The best way to deal with the fear of the...
One of the first decisions you will need to make in your pregnancy is who will provide your medical care? The two main choices are a midwife or an obstetrician...
