Articles from the ‘Labor And Childbirth’ Category
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April 19th, 2011 by Candi A
Labor typically progresses in stages and in a predictable way. By monitoring the strength of contractions and other vital elements of the birthing process, medical professionals and parents-to-be can better assess how far the labor has progressed and estimate the time of delivery more accurately. The first stage of the labor and delivery process includes [...]
April 18th, 2011 by Candi A
Understanding the basics of labor and delivery can help relieve anxiety and provide a sense of confidence for most expectant parents. Couples can often ease their worries in the delivery room by familiarizing themselves with the terminology used to describe various elements of labor and delivery. This can decrease stress and make the birthing process [...]
April 16th, 2011 by Candi A
Most expectant mothers are eagerly anticipating the arrival of their baby, especially during the late stages of the third trimester. Inside the mother’s body, major changes are taking place that will prepare both mother and child for the tasks ahead. While most of these changes produce no outwardly visible symptoms, there are a few characteristic [...]
April 16th, 2011 by Candi A
While every pregnancy is different, there are certain phases of labor and delivery that are common to nearly all expectant mothers. Knowing what to expect during labor can help to ease the mind of expectant mothers and provide a framework for assessing various symptoms and situations that can arise throughout labor and delivery. Early labor [...]
April 13th, 2011 by Candi A
When recovering from a Cesarean delivery (C-section), there are some special considerations to keep in mind. After major abdominal surgery, it takes an average of four weeks or more for the incision to heal. In the meantime, you can gradually resume your normal activities, as long as you listen to your body and follow your [...]