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  • Stages of Labor Duration: How long does labor last?
    How long will your labor last? Labor has four phases (or stages) of labor that you body will move through. …
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    37 Weeks Pregnant & Having Period Pains? What it means from a labor nurse
    Are you experiencing any period-like pains at 37 weeks pregnant? You’re definitely not alone! In this post, we’ll explore what’s …
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    Cervix Pain in Pregnancy
    During your pregnancy (especially your third trimester) you might experience a sharp pain in your cervix area. This pelvic pain …
  • women at a birthing class
    When to Take Childbirth Class?
    Taking a childbirth class is an important step in your parenting journey. For many expectant parents, this is the first …
  • 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 …
  • woman with a painful back
    Can an Epidural Cause Back Problems?
    There is a lot of discussion about whether or not epidurals cause back problems for pregnant women. Here we will …
  • pregnant woman with a midwife
    The Benefits of a Midwife
    Midwives offer pregnant women a wealth of benefits that traditional obstetricians cannot match. From personalized care to more natural approaches …
  • pregnant woman on a laptop
    How Much Do Birthing Classes Cost?
    If you’re pregnant, then one of the things you’ll likely start thinking about is how much birthing classes cost. Birthing …
  • mom looking at sudafed
    Can You Take Sudafed While Pregnant – When to talk to your provider.
    Can something as simple as over the counter medication affect your unborn child?  Pseudoephedrine (brand name Sudafed) can have adverse …
  • women's heels
    Pregnancy Feet Pain: What can you do?
    Foot and heel pain in pregnancy can be a really hard condition.  As women gain weight, feet changes and changes …
  • woman getting an epidural
    9 Reasons TO Get an Epidural: Valid reasons to get the “happy-dural”
    I just wrote a post on reasons to NOT get an epidural, so today I thought I’d share the reasons …
  • Best FREE Childbirth Classes (online preparation for new parents)
    You’re interested in a great birth experience, but the budget is tight.  How can you find a free childbirth class …
  • woman with an epidural
    Why Not to Get an Epidural: 10 Reasons to consider other pain management in labor
    Did you know that only about 60 percent of women in the United States actually receive epidurals for pain relief …
  • pregnant woman being massaged
    Easy Tips on What to do if you Pulled a Stomach Muscle During Pregnancy: Third Trimester Problems
    During your third trimester of pregnancy, you may experience a pulled stomach muscle (or a pulled ligament). This is a …
  • breech baby
    When Does a Baby Turn Head Down During Pregnancy?
    Every pregnant woman wonders when their baby will turn head down. Most babies will turn head down by the end …
  • 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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    5 Ways to Prevent Postpartum Hemorrhage
    You might have heard that bleeding out is one of the most likely ways someone could die after having a …
  • IV Fluids During Labor — Do You Need Them?
    It is a standard practice in most US Hospitals to order an intravenous line (mostly referred to as an IV …
  • Cytotec (Misoprostil) Induction
    There are a few medication options in the United States when you are planning an induction. Cytotec is one of …
  • pregnant woman at Disneyland
    Disneyland Rides for Pregnant People
    Going to Disneyland as a pregnant person can be confusing. Will they stop you from going on rides? Could rides …
  • painful ankle
    Ankle Pain During Pregnancy
    If you’re pregnant, you may be experiencing ankle pain. Don’t worry, you’re not alone! In this post, we’ll discuss the …
  • pregnant woman and a lollipop
    Pregnancy Lollipops for Nausea: How do they work?
    Are you struggling with nausea during your pregnancy? If so, you may be wondering if there is anything you can …
  • woman in labor
    Things You Can Refuse During Labor
    You may wonder if there are things you can refuse during labor. You might have preferences about what you want …
  • pregnant woman holding her belly
    How to Get Admitted to Labor and Delivery
    Women who are pregnant often have many questions about labor and delivery. One question that comes up frequently is how …
  • women doing lamaze breathing
    Online Lamaze Classes: Prenatal Education in 2022
    Are you pregnant and looking for a way to prepare for labor and delivery? Are you interested in Lamaze classes, …
  • pregnant woman sleeping
    11 Easy & Natural Remedies for Anxiety During Pregnancy
    Are you struggling with anxiety during your pregnancy? If so, you’re not alone. Many pregnant women experience anxiety in some …
  • pregnant woman putting on a belly band
    How to Wear a Pregnancy Belly Band
    A pregnancy belly band, also known as a maternity belt, is a device worn around the waist to support the …
  • pregnant woman not sleeping
    Pillows for Pregnant Stomach Sleepers
    Are you one of the many pregnant women who can’t seem to get comfortable at night? Are you struggling to …
  • Best Time to Get Epidural During Labor
    When is the best time to request epidural anesthesia? Will getting it earlier or later prolong labor or cause other …
  • pregnant woman with tooth pain
    Tooth Pain While Pregnant: What to do?
    Are you having tooth pain while pregnant? You’re not alone. Tooth pain is a common complaint during pregnancy. In this …
  • baby and placenta
    10 Possible Ways to Increase Blood Flow to Baby During Pregnancy
    As your baby grows, it becomes more and more important to ensure that they get the blood and oxygen they …
  • pregnancy support belt
    Belly Straps for Pregnancy: Finding the right one for you!
    Pregnancy is an amazing time in a woman’s life, but it can also be uncomfortable. One way to make pregnancy …
  • pregnant woman taking glucose test
    Your Glucose Test During Pregnancy: How to pass it.
    If you’re pregnant and expecting to have a glucose test as part of your prenatal care, you might be wondering …
  • woman pressing on back
    Flank Pain in Pregnancy
    During pregnancy, it’s not unusual to experience minor aches and pains. But if you’re experiencing flank pain, there’s a good …
  • Hand & Finger Joint Pain During Pregnancy: Why it comes and the best at home treatments!
    Are you experiencing hand and finger joint pain during your pregnancy? If so, you’re not alone. Many pregnant women experience …
  • Cesarean Section Anesthesia
    Your choice of cesarean section anesthsia is not too broad. There are mainly two humane choices for a cesarean section. …
  • diastasis recti
    Diastasis Recti Pain During Pregnancy
    If you’re pregnant, then you may be experiencing some pain in the area of your bellybutton. This is often due …
  • ultrasound
    At Home Ultrasound Machine for Pregnancy
    Ultrasounds are a common prenatal diagnostic procedure used to measure the baby and check for general fetal health. Until recently, …
  • woman holding hip
    Is Hip Pain an Early Sign of Pregnancy?
    Are you pregnant and experiencing hip pain? You’re not alone. Many women experience hip pain in the early stages of …
  • epidural placement
    Epidural vs Spinal: Which is best for you?
    What are the differences between an epidural or spinal anesthesia? Today we’re going to give into what the differences are, …
  • pregnancy test
    When is the Best Time of Day to Take a Pregnancy Test?
    Are you anxious to find out if you’re pregnant? The best time of day to take a pregnancy test is …
  • pregnant couple on a laptop
    Do I Need to Take a Birthing Class: Is it necessary?
    Is a birthing class really necessary? It seems like you have SO much to do during your pregnancy, expectant mothers …
  • midwives caring for pregnant woman
    Midwife Pro’s and Con’s
    Becoming a mom is one of the most rewarding experiences in life, but it can also be overwhelming. That’s why …
  • woman getting a pedicure
    Can Getting a Pedicure Induce Labor?
    Are you at your due date and anxious to have your baby? Have you been considering getting a pedicure in …
  • measuring 37 weeks
    37 Weeks Pregnant Lots of Movement and Pressure — Is it bad? What can you do?
    Are you 37 weeks pregnant and experiencing a lot of movement and pressure? You’re not alone! Most women at this …
  • pregnant woman in pain
    Period Pains and Backache On and Off at 36 Weeks of Pregnancy — Is it Labor?
    Are you 36 weeks pregnant and experiencing period-like pains and backache? Congratulations – you’re in the home stretch! This article …
  • Pelvic Pain Relief During Pregnancy
    Are you experiencing pelvic pain during your pregnancy? If so, you’re not alone. Many pregnant women experience some degree of …
  • midwives brew tea
    Is Midwive’s Brew Safe?
    Midwives Brew is a popular tea blend that is often recommended to pregnant women. But is it safe? This blog …
  • Induction at 37 Weeks: The Why’s and How’s
    Having a labor induction before or at 37 weeks is something each pregnant woman and her partner should consider carefully. …
  • Latent Labor: Early Labor to Active Labor
    What is latent labor, how long does it last and is there anything you can do to speed it up? …
  • pregnant woman breathing
    Breathing Exercises for Pregnancy
    Have you been doing your breathing exercises for pregnancy? It’s not too late to start! Even if you’ve been pregnant …
  • woman who is halfway through her pregnancy
    How Many Weeks is Halfway Through Pregnancy
    As any mom knows, pregnancy is a special time in a woman’s life. But how do you know when you’re …
  • What to Do When Your Epidural Doesn’t Work
    Epidurals sometimes don’t work. That’s right, you pay all that money, and sit up for the placement — and it …
  • pregnant couple cuddling
    How to Prepare for Childbirth
    Are you a mom-to-be? Congratulations! Are you starting to feel a little bit anxious about childbirth and having a new …
  • pregnant woman doing jumping jacks
    Can Jumping Jacks Induce Labor?
    A lot of moms-to-be are looking for ways to induce labor, and some believe that jumping jacks may help. In …
  • salami
    Can Pregnant Women Eat Salami?: Your guide to pregnancy deli meats.
    Moms-to-be often have a lot of questions about what they can and can’t eat during their pregnancies. While there are …
  • woman with an IV
    Inducing Labor with Pitocin: What to expect from an expert
    Did you know that Pitocin is the most common drug used to induce labor? If you’re considering using Pitocin to …
  • Upper Inner Thigh Pain During Pregnancy
    With changes in your pelvis and core, you might find upper inner thigh pain during your pregnancy. Why does that …
  • pregnant woman on a laptop
    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 …
  • Who Administers an Epidural
    Who puts in your epidural and what types of qualifications do they need to do so? Did you know there …
  • woman getting a cervical exam
    When Do Cervical Checks Start in Pregnancy
    While most pregnant patients do get a pap smear at their first appointment.  Many women dread the cervical check.  Today …
  • urinary catheter
    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 …
  • pregnant woman on phone
    5 Things NOT to do Before Your Induction
    I’ve talked ALL about what to do before an induction, today I want to talk about 5 things to NOT …
  • kidney stone and baby
    Kidney Stone vs Childbirth Pain — Which is Worse?
    Is kidney stone pain worse than childbirth?  Today we’ll answer the questions with an experienced kidney stone creator as well …
  • painful wrist
    Wrist Pain in Pregnancy
    Painful forearms and wrists are a very normal symptom during pregnancy. Most often the pain will go away after delivery, …
  • Pitocin to Induce Labor
    Pitocin or Oxytocin is a hormone your body produces to start things like labor, breastfeeding, and more. Your body has …
  • stork
    Different “Types of Childbirth”
    People define different types of childbirth in many ways. Today I wanted to define the basic types that most people …
  • 100 pregnancy and birth statistics you need to know
    100+ Fascinating Pregnancy & Labor Statistics: Be Informed What Is Normal
    These are some fascinating facts about pregnancy & birth that every pregnant family should know. Everything from fears, to tearing, …
  • happy pregnant couple
    Alternatives to Hospital Birth Classes
    Hospital birth classes used to be the standard for expecting parents, but now there are alternatives to that form of …
  • mom having a natural birth
    Create your Natural Birth Plan Template: Top 10 things for natural birth wishes
    Creating a birth plan is a good beginning to starting good communication between the patient and care providers.  It is …
  • epidural placement
    When Can an Epidural Be Given?
    Many people wonder WHEN in their labor they can be given the epidural. Today we’ll discuss that, as well as …
  • Can You Feel the Baby Coming Out With the Epidural?
    The baby coming out is normally the most painful part of the birthing process. Will you feel the baby coming …
  • pregnant woman in darkened room
    What Pregnant Women Fear During Birth – Original Research
    I recently ran a survey to my newsletter and social media followers about what they were nervous about for birth. …
  • pregnant woman in the bath
    Can a Warm Bath Help Induce Labor
    Will a warm bath help get contractions going? Let an experienced labor nurse help you know how a warm bath …
  • How Long Does an Induction of Labor Take? ~ From a labor pro!
    Induction of labor is definitely a process. How long will it take? What should you expect? Pregnant women often wonder …
  • compression socks
    When Should I Start Wearing Compressions Stockings During Pregnancy?
    Compression socks can be helpful during pregnancy. When should you start wearing them and what do they even do? Hi, …
  • couple taking an online prenatal class
    4 Best Prenatal & Birthing Classes for Expecting Parents
    New moms may be looking for a great option to get prepared for their upcoming birth.  The birth of your …
  • positive and negative pregnancy test
    What Does it Mean When One Pregnancy Test is Positive and the Other is Negative?
    It is not unusual to have one pregnancy test show up positive and another one show negative. But, what do …
  • 3 Tips to Better Communication with Your Provider
    Communicating with your provider is SUCH an important skill in pregnancy (and the rest of your life). Today I’m going …
  • What To Do About A Selfish Husband During Pregnancy?
    Husbands can seen awfully selfish during pregnancy. It’s not enough that you are creating the next human in your family, …
  • doctor measuring uterus
    When Will a Doctor Induce Labor? What to expect as you get closer to your due date.
    A labor induction for pregnant women is an important choice to make with your healthcare provider.  Starting labor contractions with …
  • hot cheetos on corn on the cob
    Can I Eat Hot Cheetos While Pregnant?
    There are a lot of things you may consider giving up during pregnancy due to the risks involved. Are Cheetos …
  • birth class gift
    Purchase a Prenatal Class or Birth Class Gift Certificate
    If you want to give a birth class as a gift, maybe to a daughter or a friend at a …
  • pregnant woman sleeping
    Can Labor Start While Sleeping?
    Can labor start while you’re sleeping? Can you sleep through early labor? How can you sleep through some of labor. …
  • woman talking to her doctor
    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 …
  • putting on a medical glove
    Can I Refuse Cervical Checks in Labor / Late Pregnancy
    Cervical checks or vaginal exams can be painful and sometimes unnecessary. Today I want to talk about if you can …
  • woman getting a prenatal masage
    Can Prenatal Massage Induce Labor?
    Pregnant women may be considering massage therapy for several reasons, especially as they get close to their due date.  Can …
  • pregnant woman at doctor with hand on head
    Are Pregnant Women Immunocompromised?
    Your immune system gets complicated when you are pregnant. Similar to an organ transplant patient your body is trying to …
  • beef jerkey
    Can You Eat Beef Jerky While Pregnant? The risks and benefits of dried meat.
    Is it safe to eat beef jerky or other jerky types during pregnancy? Its flavorful, high protein bite might be …
  • pregnant woman being induced
    5 Reasons to NOT Get Induced
    Choosing to have an induction is super complicated. Many women find a LOT of reasons to get induced, but there …
  • couple walking in the hospital
    A Guide to Prenatal Classes And What You Can Expect
    Prenatal classes can be an important step in your parenting journey. Today we’re going to talk about what a prenatal …
  • pregnant couple
    5 Mistakes People Make Preparing to go to the Hospital to Have Their Baby
    Parents come to the hospital with a lot of expectations and worries. What are some mistakes that parents make in …
  • nurse feeling a pregnant woman's belly.
    The Complete Guide to Labor Induction and How it Can Help You in Your Baby’s Delivery
    What is an induction of labor, what can it do for you and how does a labor induction work? Today …
  • mom learning how to bathe a baby
    Best Online Childbirth Classes
    Expectant parents may be looking to take an online course to know how prepare for their labor experience.  What should …
  • woman pushing on her back
    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 …
  • When is it Too Late to Get an Epidural: Can I Get An Epidural at 7 Centimeters?
    Requesting an epidural is an important choice — and choosing it too early or too late can have consequences. When …
  • How Long Does Cervidil Take to Induce Labor? What to expect at a Dinoprostone induction
    Your labor induction could happen with Cervidil.  It’s a vaginal insert that includes hormones to start your induction of labor.  …
  • labor nurse
    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 like …
  • What to Do the Day Before a Labor Induction
    There is a lot to get done as you head to your due date or before an induction. Some of …
  • Can Coughing Induce Labor?
    Pregnant women have a lot of concerns about their pregnancy.  Coughing can really FEEL like you’re going to induce, labor.  …

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