There are a few keys to a great labor that no one really talks about (or talks about them right). …
Hospital Routines
What to expect at the hospital. Knowing the hospital routine makes it easier to know how you’ll react when certain things are proposed.
What You Need to Know About Wired vs Wireless Monitors in Labor
There is a lot of talk about wireless monitors for labor. Today I want to talk about the …
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The Three Biggest Mistakes Labor Patients Make—And How to Prevent Them
Bringing new life into the world is an experience that can be filled with anticipation, excitement, …
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Your Complete Guide to Epidurals in Labor: Everything You Need to Know
You're mulling over getting an epidural and you'd like more info? Well, I'm thrilled that you're …
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How is a Foley Catheter Used in Labor?
A Foley catheter is something that drains the urine out of your bladder into a bag. It can be used …
3 Tips to Using Movement During Labor WITH an Epidural
I am a huge fan of movement during birth. In fact, it's one of my 3 proven secrets. However, you may …
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3 Proven Labor Secrets You Don’t Want to Labor Without!
As a labor and delivery nurse for 20 years I can't wait to share with you three things that can make …
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YOUR Birth Priorities: How to make them clear
I know we love phrases like birth plans, birth preferences and birth wishes -- but the reality is …
How To Have A Natural Hospital Birth
I often hear people wanting to know how to have a "natural" birth at the hospital. It's important …
Hospital Policies You Can NOT Say No To.
Today we're sharing what hospital policies you can not say no to (or ones that have some pretty …
How to Push-Out a Baby
You know that labor involves contractions, but how exactly does that baby get from the inside of …
What a Birth Plan Can ACTUALLY Do For Your Birth?
Birth plans are all the rage. Sure, I prefer birth preferences or birth wishes, but the idea is the …
Inducing Labor at 39 Weeks: Pros and Cons
You may have heard that inducing at 39 weeks is safe, or maybe you just want to be done being …
What do People Wish They Had Known About Before Birth?
Today we're going to deep dive into a study on what parents (especially first time parents) wish …
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Advocating For Yourself in Labor
Recently, I asked in a group of pregnant women what some of their biggest fears were about labor, …
5 Things You CAN Control in Labor (mostly)
My #1 truth about pregnancy and labor is to let go of control (because mother nature ultimately has …
My #1 Tip for Hospital Birth
There's something that people don't talk about, because it seems a little scary -- but it truly is …
What To Do If Your Labor Goes Long?
You're in labor, but it's just not progressing like you'd hoped (or possibly how the staff wished it …
How a Birth Class Changes Pregnancy, Labor, Birth & Life With Baby
Countless studies show that a birth class can change everything in your first steps into parenthood. …
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The MOST Traumatic things in Labor & Delivery
You may think that the things that cause the most trauma are the kinds you see on TV or the news, …
Intermittent Auscultation: Who it’s for (and why it’s better)
Have you ever heard that if you go looking for trouble, you'll find it? Studies show that is also …
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The Magical Saline Lock: How it can help
The saline lock (formerly known as a hep lock) is an under-utilized tool in labor that can allow you …
What to Expect at A Foley Bulb Induction
Has your doctor said they will place a foley bulb with your induction? What does that mean, what …
Should You Let Your Provider Break Your Water?
If your provider wants to break your water, should you let her? Today I'm going to talk about some …
Considering a VBAC: What to do
You're considering a VBAC and I LOVE that. That means a Vaginal Birth After Cesarean, but not all …
Can You Refuse a Urinary Catheter During Labor
The urinary catheter is given for a variety of reasons during labor. Can you refuse it though? …
What to Wear For a Cesarean Section
Maybe you have a planned c-section or you're just wondering what you might need to change into if …
How Many CM Do You Need to Be to Get An Epidural?
You're hoping to get an epidural while you're in labor -- but how far "along" do you need to be to …
Tips To Saying No To Your Provider
Communicating with providers can be hard. A lot of us feel like we need to just do what our doctor …
Can I Refuse an IV During Labor?
You're thinking you likely won't need an IV during labor and you hate needles. So, can you refuse …
The 5 Worst Pieces of Pregnancy Advice I Have Heard
Looking for some real pregnancy advice from someone who KNOWS what they're talking about? Today I'm …
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Debunking Induction Myths with My Own Induction Story
Hilary, circa 2009. I'm feeling huge, I'm pregnant with my third baby, after a bout of infertility …
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3 Ways To Get Baby to Flip Head Down
Is your baby breech and you'd like them to NOT BE? You're in the right place. Today I'm going to …
Should You Get the Labor Epidural Before They Break Your Water?
You're in labor, and you hear your provider is coming to break your water. Is it better to get …
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How to Time Going to the Hospital in Labor
A lot of people want some clear-cut guidelines about when they should go to the hospital when …
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 …
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Do You Wear a Bra During Labor?
Most people aren't sure if they should wear a bra during labor. While no choice has to be final, as …
Can I Get an Epidural Before My Induction of Labor?
Making the choice to get an epidural during an induction can be confusing. If you know you're going …
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What Happens if You’re Sent Home From the Hospital in Early Labor?
You may be really worried about being sent home from the hospital when you think you're in labor. …
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Can I Refuse Cervical Checks in Labor? Declining cervix exams in pregnancy.
Cervical checks or vaginal exams can be painful and sometimes unnecessary. Today I want to talk …
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Your Guide on What to Wear in Labor & Delivery and Your Hospital Stay
Today, we're going to chat about a few things: What to wear during labor and delivery, what not to …
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Labor and Delivery Nurse Gift Basket Ideas: Nurse thank you gift ideas
Tell your nurse thank you is plenty of gift for them, but if you want to give your labor and …
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Do You Have to Give Birth on Your Back in the Hospital?
Being in the hospital can be scary, you can feel like you "have" to do a lot of things because …
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What to Do If You Don’t Like Your Labor Nurse
Google, Tiktok, Pinterest is full of people saying you can "just ask for a new one" if you don't …
Contractions on The Monitor But You’re Not Feeling Them: What does that mean?
When it comes to labor, there are a few different ways that contractions can be felt. For some …
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Things You Can Refuse During Labor
You may wonder if there are things you can refuse during labor. You might have preferences about …
How to Get Admitted to Labor and Delivery
Women who are pregnant often have many questions about labor and delivery. One question that comes …
