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Labor Inductions on the Rise
The labor induction rate has more than doubled in the last 15 years. Some of the reasons may be the mother's choice, convenience or provider preference.
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Labor Inductions - Part II
Research shows that not all inductions are done for true medical reasons. Mothers should ask several questions to their provider if an induction is recommended.
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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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Long Labors and What to do?
Labor may last for several days for some mothers. This slower process may be helpful to further ready the mother's body and the baby for active labor.
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Pressure Points to Induce Labor
Acupressure has been used for thousands of years to treat a variety of illnesses. There are points that can stimulate contractions or induce labor.
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Say No to Labor Inductions
Many mothers believe that being induced to avoid conflict with the holidays is preferred over going into labor on their own. Here are reasons to reconsider an induction.
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Acupressure To Induce Labor
Acupressure has long been practiced to naturally induce labor. Using certain pressure points on the body can help to get labor going.
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Autism and Pregnancy
Autism has a number of associated factors including the parents' age and breech presentation. New research sheds light on questions surrounding autism.
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Being Induced or Waiting for Labor to Start
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.
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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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Massage to Start Labor
Massage is one technique that mothers have found can help induce contractions. There are several places on the mother's body that are known to stimulate contractions.
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The Latest Trends in Childbirth
Are more babies being born these days? Has the cesarean rate gone up or down? What about the number of teen pregnancies? Find out the latest statistics in birth.
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Tired of Being Pregnant!
Though many mothers are tired of being pregnant in late pregnancy, there are several things to consider before you use natural ways to induce labor.
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Using the Bishop's Score for Labor Success
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.
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Alphabetical Index of Articles
Find articles on topics ranging from prenatal testing, birth, breastfeeding, cesarean, doulas, epidurals and home birth, inductions, labor and more.
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Guidelines for Labor Induction
Not all care providers or childbirth experts agree on the reasons for labor induction. New guidelines established by ACOG may help but are controversial.
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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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Medications and Interventions During Labor
Technology has entered the birthing realm and often replaces the normal physiology of labor. Parents need to know the truth about all procedures.
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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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Choosing the Best Childbirth Class
Parents who are interested in taking a childbirth class need to know what questions to ask the educator before signing up for their childbirth class.
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How to Ripen Your Cervix
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?
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Preparing for Birth
This series is designed to help expectant parents prepare for birth including questions to ask a doula and writing a birth plan.
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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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Baby too Big?
Is having a big baby a good reason for inducing labor or having a cesarean? Can you deliver a large baby without risk to the baby?
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Caesarean Prevention: Is It Possible?
With the rate of Caesarean Sections on the rise, it is important for expectant mothers to know that there are ways of preventing one.
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Herbs for Inducing Labor
Herbs are sometimes used to induce labor contractions. There are potential unwanted side effects with herbs that all pregnant women need to know.
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Natural Ways to Get Labor Started
Mothers have been using herbs and home remedies to induce labor since ancient times. Here are some reasonably safe and effective things to try at home.
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