Pregnancy
How to Be an Active Birth Partner During Transition
Transition can be intense. Learn how a birth partner can stay calm, use simple words, support breathing...
Pregnancy
How to Cope With an Overdue Baby
Going past your due date can feel stressful. Learn how to cope with an overdue baby, ask about monitoring...
Pregnancy
What to Take to the Hospital When in Labor
Packing for labor is easier with a focused bag. Learn what to bring for documents, comfort, postpartum...
Pregnancy
How to Manage Pain During Childbirth
Childbirth pain management is personal and flexible. Learn how breathing, movement, water, support...
Pregnancy
How to Give Birth While Alone
If birth happens while alone, call emergency services, follow dispatcher instructions, avoid pulling the...
Pregnancy
How to Prepare Younger Children for a Homebirth
Younger children need simple birth explanations, a trusted support adult, permission to leave, a prepared...
Pregnancy
How to Be a Labor Coach
Learn how to be a steady labor coach: prepare the birth plan, support comfort and movement, use short...
Pregnancy
How to Handle a Homebirth Emergency
If a homebirth emergency happens, call emergency services, contact the care team, follow instructions...
Pregnancy
How to Induce Labor With Castor Oil
Castor oil for labor induction should not be tried without medical guidance. Learn why timing, side...
Pregnancy
How to Protect Your Perineum From a Tear or Episiotomy
No method can promise a tear-free birth, but preparation helps. Learn what to ask about episiotomy...
Pregnancy
How to Understand Fetal Monitoring
Fetal monitoring can be useful and confusing. Learn what external and internal monitors do, why continuous...
Pregnancy
How to Do the Seated Knee Press
The seated knee press is a gentle pregnancy-friendly exercise when done on a sturdy chair with light...
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