Labor: Six Signs You’ll Soon Be There
Just as every pregnancy is different, every delivery is unique. Some women get no clues that labor is around the corner, and then — wham!
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Infant Care
Long before you take your new baby home, you need to think about a crucial issue: Who will take care of her at times when
Preemie Development
Premature babies often start life behind the curve. They are generally smaller than full-term babies, and their bodies may be less developed. From the very
Birth Centers
Not too long ago, pregnant women didn’t have many options when it came to choosing a place to give birth. It was just assumed that
Your Growing Baby: Fascinating Facts
Every birth is a miracle — even though the miracle happens all over the world, every moment, every day. Just think: Each squirming little bundle
Childbirth Education Classes
Before you reach your third trimester, you should be thinking about registering for a childbirth education class. Like most prospective parents, you’re probably apprehensive about
Home Birth or Hospital Birth: What’s Right for You?
Carrie Hook had her first two babies in a Minneapolis hospital, where she was surrounded by obstetricians, nurses, and cutting-edge technology. When she had her
Birth Plans
A birth plan is simply a document that outlines the kind of birth experience you wish to have. Creating one will help you talk with
Labor Coach Tips for Dad
Over the course of 11 years and two sons, I’ve stood by my wife for about 20 hours of labor. As it turns out, that’s