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Hilary Erickson, RN

I’m Hilary, The Pregnancy Nurse.

As a labor & delivery nurse for almost 20 years, I’ve helped thousands of moms in person, and millions of moms over the internet as The Pregnancy Nurse™. It’s been my job for two decades to help pregnant mamas overcome their nerves and safely bring their babies into the world.

Plus, I’ve had three of my own, so I know what it’s like to be on the other side of those pregnancy fears.

Hilary was enjoyable to learn from and we felt much more prepared going into our labor/delivery and postpartum experience. ~ Amy, Former Student

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The Best Affordable Birth Classes

Taking a birth class can seem like it will cost a LOT of money.  But, you can find options with…

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6 Reasons You Need to Take a Birth Class

Birth classes are one of the most important things you can do during your pregnancy, but many couples ignore them…

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Signs Your Are Dilating: Symptoms of cervical dilation

Dilation is a signs that your cervix is opening and labor may be close!  But, since most of us can’t…

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Does Labor Still Hurt With an Epidural?

How much labor pain should you expect during labor when you have an epidural? Should you expect to be pain-free?…

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Sharp Abdominal Pain During Pregnancy: Causes at 21’ish weeks?

Are you having sharp abdominal pain during pregnancy?  You may wonder if it’s normal and what the causes of that…

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How Bad Does the Epidural Hurt? What to expect during placement.

Women who plan on  vaginal birth may wonder how painful the placement and infusion of epidural anesthesia is.  How much…

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Normal Daily Fetal Movement – Kick Counts

If you’re doing kick counts, or just feeling your baby move — what is the normal daily fetal movement count. …

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6 Easy Ways to Get Relief from Hip Pain During Pregnancy

Are you experiencing hip pain during pregnancy? You’re not alone! In fact, approximately 50% of pregnant women experience pain in…

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7 Gross Things About Childbirth

Childbirth seems pretty magical. You create a human and it magically appears on your chest… but in reality there are…

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Being Induced at 37 Weeks: What should you expect?

It sounds like you’re considering an induction of labor around 37 weeks pregnant.  How will it be different when they…

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IV During Labor – Do you NEED IV fluids in labor and delivery?

It is a standard practice in most US Hospitals to order an intravenous line (mostly referred to as an IV…

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Best Online Birthing Classes for Teen Moms

Are you a teen mom, or love one and you’d love for them to get a childbirth class in?  I…

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Diarrhea at 38 Weeks Pregnant:  Is it a sign of labor?

Having diarrhea can be a sign of labor, it can also be a sign that you had something that didn’t…

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The Pregnancy Glucose Test for Gestational Diabetes

The gestational diabetes test is most often offered towards the end of your second trimester (but can be given sooner…

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Can You Request to Induce Labor at 37 Weeks?

You may be miserable, or your mom’s in town or for a variety of reasons you may want to be…

Can You Request to Induce Labor at 37 Weeks?Read More

Best FREE Childbirth Classes

You’re interested in a great birth experience, but the budget is tight.  How can you find a free childbirth class…

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What is an “Unfavorable Cervix”? What does it mean for your labor?

You may hear that you have an “unfavorable cervix” and you have no idea what that means…. Let’s talk about…

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How to Be a Supportive Husband and Partner During Pregnancy

What should a husband or partner do?  What are the best ways to support your partner during pregnancy?  How can…

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    • Cesarean Section Delivery
    • Hospital Routines
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  • A 16 Year Old with a Dream…
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