Articles related to "Electronic Fetal Monitoring"



Why are Cesareans Increasing?
From widespread use of electronic fetal monitors to liability issues, many experts believe that there are multiple causes of the cesarean rate increase.
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Are Inductions more painful?
Some mothers report more pain with inductions. Is there proof that contractions from inductions actually hurt more?
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Most Commonly Used Forms Of Fetal Monitoring In The Labor Room
It is important to know about the different forms of Fetal Monitoring available, before labor begins.

Reading Electronic Fetal Monitors
Professionals depend on Electronic Fetal Monitoring (EFM) at the bedside of laboring women in hospitals everywhere. But anyone can make sense of the numbers and graphs.
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Childbirth Class - Medications
In this class, we look at the medical interventions used during labor and birth and discover when they might be needed.
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Monitoring Your Baby During Labor
All caregivers from homebirth midwives to high-risk obstetricians will need to assess the baby's well-being by using some type of fetal monitor.
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Avoid a Caesarian Section
While there are no guarantees in birth, there are things you can do before and during labor to help avoid a C-section.
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The Facts about Cesarean and VBAC
One of the most talked-about topics in childbirth circles today is the skyrocketing cesarean rate in the US. Learn as much as possible about cesareans and VBAC.
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Your Labor & Delivery Glossary Of Terms: Part Two
In Part One of Your Labor & Delivery Glossary Of Terms, I went over some of the basic terminology that you may hear from your doctor during labor. However, there is even more terminology to familiarize yourself with!
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Obstetric Interventions and their Effect on Breastfeeding
This article lists the various interventions that are used in childbirth, and how each one can have a direct or indirect effect on the initiation and duration of lactation.
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Using Stadol as Labor Pain Relief
Narcotics can provide rest and relaxation to mothers in labor. However, narcotics can also affect the mother and the baby. Find out what you need to know.
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Factors that Increase the Cesarean Rate
With increasing cesarean rates around the world, research now shows that another factor influencing the mode of delivery could be the mother's diet.
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Fetal Monitoring During Labor
Fetal Monitoring is one way to check to see how well your baby is doing during labor and birth. Types of monitoring can vary so find out more about your options.
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Part Two-The Ten Steps to being a Mother-Friendly Hospital
To receive CIMS designation as "mother-friendly," a hospital, birth center, or home birth service must carry out our philosophical principles by fulfilling the Ten Steps of Mother-Friendly Care. Read more about what it takes to become "mother friendly".
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Reducing the Cesarean Rate
The cesarean rate in this country is at an all-time high. What are ways that you can help to reduce your own chances of having a cesarean?
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Study Shows Nurse-Midwives a Better Option for Pregnant Women
Many hospitals subject pregnant women to unnecessary hi-tech medical intervention when they give birth, and ignore the benefits offered by certified nurse-midwives. Read more about how a nurse midwife is the best option for most pregnant women.
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Walking During Labor
Today many mothers have their movement restricted in labor due to fetal monitoring and medication use. Research shows that walking can shorten the first stage of labor.
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Childbirth Class - Cesarean Birth
In our online class series, class four consists of learning more about the medical aspects of labor as well as what you can do to naturally induce labor.
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Epidural Risks
While epidurals generally give excellent pain relief during birth, there are several disadvantages to getting one which can affect both mother and baby.
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Pregnancy Induced Hypertension
Every pregnant woman should know the signs and symptoms of pregnancy induced hypertension and how to possibly prevent it.
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Soak your labor worries away
Many women in labor find that being in water helps them relax and helps relieve pain. Some also prefer to stay in the water for their baby's birth. Learn more about how laboring in water can help you have a more comforting experience.
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