Labor & Birth

How to Have a Painless Birth

By Lynn Griesemer

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What would you say if I told you that you could have a painless birth experience? Would you believe me? I’ve given birth six times and experienced almost no pain during most of my births. When I did experience intense labor pains, it was ... more »

How to Have a Satisfying and Successful Birth Experience

By Lynn Griesemer

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Childbirth is one of the most life-changing events a woman may go through during her life. Why not plan for a satisfying birth experience? By satisfying, I don’t mean free of pain, although it is possible to alleviate pain during labor and ... more »

How to Have a Successful Delivery

By eHow Parenting Editor

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Even the best birth plan does not guarantee a successful delivery. The only way to make sure you have the best delivery possible is to prepare and educate yourself for every situation possible, not just the most ideal situation. The one thing to ... more »

How to Have a Successful Labor

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So you're having a baby. Maybe this is your first child and you want to have a natural childbirth. Maybe it's your second and a planned cesarean section is ideal. Regardless of the type of birth you want, for it to be successful you must plan ... more »

How to Have a Vaginal Birth After a Cesarean

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For many women giving birth vaginally after having a cesarean section is a very real possibility. Because of the risks associated with any kind of surgery, a vaginal birth is often a much safer alternative to a repeat cesarean. Follow these steps ... more »

How to Induce Labor Naturally

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For nine months, you've been waiting for your due date to arrive. But that date has come and gone, and now you're overdue. If so, there are some things you can do to induce labor... more »

How to Know Who to Trust When Pregnant

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One of the more difficult things pregnant women can do is figure out who to listen to, and who not to listen to. It seems everyone wants to offer a pregnant woman advice about what to eat, how much to exercise and whether to have a natural or an ... more »

How to Make Birth Injury Settlements Successful

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Birth injuries can be traumatic for the child as well as the parent. If your baby has suffered an injury during birth due to medical negligence, here is the solution for you to seek compensation by filing a birth injury settlement... more »

How to Pack for Labor and Delivery

By eHow Parenting Editor

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You have made it through nine months of pregnancy. You are probably anxiously waiting for the moment when your little one decides to make his arrival into the world. You are most likely prepared for your baby's arrival, but are you packed for the ... more »

How to Pick a Birth Center

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Birth centers provide a private, comfortable setting to have your baby naturally. If your health is good and your pregnancy is low-risk, you may choose a birthing center over a hospital. Here's how to pick a birth center that will make your ... more »

How to Plan A VBAC

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Most women desire a natural vaginal birth at some point, and many do even after having a c-section. If you plan to try a vaginal birth after a cesarean (VBAC), there are certain things that you need to do to give yourself the best possible chance ... more »

How to Plant a Placenta Tree

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If you take your placenta home, a wonderful to thing to do with it is to plant a placenta tree to remember your baby's birth. A placenta tree is something that will be the same age as your baby, will shade your baby as your baby grows and give a ... more »

How to Prepare For A Natural Childbirth

By Giuditta Tornetta

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With a little education you can look forward to your labor and delivery with excited anticipation as you achieve the birthing experience you desire. Here are some simple tips to follow:.. more »

How to Prepare for Labor and Delivery

By eHow Parenting Editor

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Your days of pregnancy are coming to an end, and your little one is preparing to make his way into the world. Below are a few suggestions that will help you feel prepared for your child's birth... more »

How to Preserve Your Baby's Cord Blood

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The recent media coverage of the debate over stem cell research has brought new attention to the ability for new parents to preserve their newborn's cord blood. Cord blood can be preserved or "banked" for several years in case a child would ever ... more »

How to Prevent Macrosomia

By eHow Parenting Editor

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Fetal macrosomia is defined as a birth weight greater than 8 pounds 13 ounces. It is a fairly common problem that occurs in about 10 percent of pregnancies. Macrosomia increases the risk of having a cesarean section delivery and can cause trauma ... more »

How to Recognize Emotional Dystocia in Labor

By Heidi Gonzales

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Emotional dystocia in labor that is unresolved can lead to a cesarean. Emotional dystocia is the clinical term for emotional stress. When a woman experiences emotional stress in labor, the catecholamines in her body rise. The excessive level of ... more »

How to Recover From a Caesarean

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Whether you are recovering from a caesarean birth yourself, are having a planned c-section or want to be prepared in case you deliver via this method, there's plenty of information available to help you have an easier recovery... more »

How to Relieve Labor Pain Through Acupuncture

By eHow Health Editor

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Acupuncture is an aspect of Chinese medicine that dates back thousands of years. Its theories state that pain and illness are caused when the body's natural energy flow is obstructed. Acupuncture seeks to relieve these obstructions by puncturing ... more »

How to Relieve Labor Pains Naturally

By eHow Parenting Editor

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Although labor is a painful experience, some women still decide to forgo the medications available to help relieve the pain. If you plan to give birth naturally, there are steps you can take to help you deal with the pain during the labor process... more »

How to Rotate a Posterior Baby

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Many pregnant women are familiar with the term, "Posterior". It refers to baby that is lying with her back against her mother's spine. She is essentially facing outward. Unfortunately, posterior babies are much harder for women to ... more »

How to Safely Use Essential Oils During Labor

By RayLynn

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Essential oils can be a welcomed addition to the birthing process: They can help relax, reduce pain, reduce anxiety, ease both the mind and body and create a pleasant aroma for both the mother and the baby. Many essential oils also have ... more »

How to Send a Birth Announcement Via Email

By michellemathews

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There are few events in life more exciting than the birth of a baby. While most new parents opt to send out a formal invitation a few weeks after the birth, it’s becoming more common to send a birth announcement via email within moments of coming ... more »

How to Take the Placenta Home

By eHow Parenting Editor

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There are many reasons you may want to take your placenta home. You may want something that was a piece of you or there may be religious or cultural reasons. You may want to freeze it, ingest it, plant a tree over it or to make a placenta print ... more »

How to Use Folk Medicine During Childbirth

By eHow Health Editor

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Embrace historical tradition by using herbs and other natural medicines during childbirth. While many of these herbs and medicines haven't been scientifically tested by Western clinicians, folk remedies have been advocated for millennia on many ... more »

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