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At 39 weeks of pregnancy, your cervix may begin to change and ripen for labor. Your baby may weigh around 7 pounds this week.

Labor inductions have become commonplace in many hospital settings, even when there is no indicated risk. Using the Bishop's score helps to evaluate potential success.

The number of labor inductions are on the rise today despite increasing evidence that they increase the number of cesareans and complications for the baby.

If you have passed your due date, your cervix may need some help in order to be ready for labor. What cervical ripening agents may be used?

An unsung heroine of astronomy finally receives well-deserved credit for her tireless work and momentous results.

The alt-rock band has been little known outside of the indie world previous to their release of ...Is A Real Boy. All that has changed following their major label album.

While induced labors can be convenient, they increase the mother's risk of having a cesarean anytime between 37-41 weeks. Can the risk of cesarean be reduced?

The third trimester of pregnancy is met at the end with the birth of the baby. The following weekly pregnancy calendar briefly outlines events leading up to the big day.

The following is a list of 20 albums for those seeking to broaden their musical horizons. These are albums to help transition the listener from pop to indie music.

If somebody you love drinks too much, the Christmas season can be embarrassing, painful and stressful. Here are some tips for coping with someone's excessive drinking.