How to Use a Hanging Squat Position in Labor
Laboring moms often want to change positions throughout their labor. Not only does it feel good, but it assists the baby in his or her rotation...
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How to Heal After a Cesarean
After a cesarean there are a few things you can do to heal quickly. 5 Steps to Heal After a Cesarean 1. Getting up and moving as soon...
How to Differentiate Between Real and False Labor
It can be difficult for an expectant mother to tell the difference between genuine and false labor, which is also known as "Braxton Hicks"...
How to Become a Natural Childbirth Instructor
Many couples aim for a natural childbirth, but feel their hospital-based childbirth classes don't prepare them well. However, a natural childbirth...
How to Choose a Hospital or Birth Center Delivery
Today many more women are choosing to give birth at birthing centers, rather than in a hospital. There are many reasons for this, including more...
How to Have an Amniotomy
An amniotomy, or artificial rupture of membranes (AROM), is when a doctor or midwife breaks a pregnant woman's bag of waters. Many women have the...
How to Choose an OB/GYN
Choosing an OB/GYN is one of the most important decisions you'll make in your life. This is the person who will be responsible for bringing your...
How to Use Hypnosis During Childbirth
Hypnosis during childbirth is a popular choice for many people who are aiming for a natural childbirth or who are trying to wait as long as possible...
How to Get a Paracervical Block
Paracervical blocks, given during childbirth, were once very common. While paracervical blocks can give good pain relief from the discomfort of...
How to Use Hypnobirthing for Childbirth
Hypnobirthing is a system of childbirthing that allows you to enter a state of deep physical and mental relaxation during childbirth. When using this...
How to Be a Lamaze Coach
Being a Lamaze coach requires much more than urging the mother-to-be to "Push," or telling her "You can do it," and feeding her ice chips. Developed...
How to Recognize Fetal Distress During Labor
During labor, it is possible that a fetus will be in fetal distress. Fetal distress is not terribly common, but if it occurs, it's important for it...
How to Give Birth at Home
If you are a healthy woman with a normal pregnancy, then you may want to consider giving birth at home. A home birth typically involves delivery in...
How to Prepare for Labor
Millions of women have gone through labor successfully (some more than once), and so will you. Here are some tips to help you get ready for the big...
How to Support an Expectant Father During Pregnancy
An expectant mother usually attracts most of the focus during pregnancy, as she is the one carrying the baby. The expectant father also needs support...