Articles related to "Labor Pains"

If your model of birthing is normal and you understand even slightly what is going on in your body, you are on your way to having less pain in labor.

Being active during pregnancy is essential preparation for giving birth and helps mothers manage pain during labor.

Contrary to popular opinion, epidurals are not the only effective method for pain relief during labor. More mothers are discovering the benefits of laboring in the tub.

Heat is an effective tool to reduce labor pain. Making your own heat pack is easy; however, following guidelines about the use of heat packs is essential to avoid burns.

Acupressure is a helpful technique during pregnancy to treat morning sickness. It can also help to increase the intensity of contractions or relieve pain.

Lindsay Lohan's latest film, "Labor Pains" went straight to TV and feels as if it was intended to do so. In spite of this, it demonstrates Lohan's likability.

Acting talent Lindsay Lohan is desperate to make a film proving she's a legitimate actress. She'll have to look at another script.

Opting out of an epidural or Pethadine doesn't mean you have no options when labor gets rough! Consider these safe, natural, drug-free options.

Braxton Hicks contractions are harmless pains that affect many women at the end of their pregnancy. Relief can be found for women suffering from pre-labor discomfort.

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.

More mothers today are seeking options to labor and give birth in water. Benefits include improved pain relief and decreased tearing.

Epidural analgesia is standard pain management for 66% of mothers giving birth in U.S. hospitals. Women are often not told about all the side effects.

There are numerous pain relief techniques that can be used either with or without pain medication. What are the best comfort measures for labor?

While epidurals generally give excellent pain relief during birth, there are several disadvantages to getting one which can affect both mother and baby.

Everyone probably knows at least one person who is suffering from some form of chronic pain.

This interview with a HypnoBirthing Practitioner explains how the program helps reduce labor pain and creates a calmer, natural childbirth for mother and baby.

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.

Chinese physicians have practiced acupuncture for millennia, believing the technique improves the flow of energy, or "qi," through diseased areas of the body.

The second article in a series of daily Advent devotions offers scripture reading, reflection, questions, and prayer to celebrate the Advent season.

The number of mothers who choose an epidural during labor might surprise you. Some regions report as high as a 90% epidural rate in the local hospitals.

Tension and labor pain can often be triggered by fear. Find out how relaxation conserves energy, reduces pain and helps labor progress.

One of the newest options for laboring women is known as the walking epidural. This medication allows pain relief and even the possibility of walking to the bathroom.

In this class, we look at the medical interventions used during labor and birth and discover when they might be needed.

Roger Williams is found guilty of crimes against the church. He is banished and establishes Providence Plantation in present-day Rhode Island.

Technology has entered the birthing realm and often replaces the normal physiology of labor. Parents need to know the truth about all procedures.

Niaouli essential oil is a lesser known essential oil, although it is related to tea tree; niaouli oil has a number of therapeutic properties and is used in aromatherapy.

Pregnancy acupressure makes it possible to induce labor naturally and ensure an easy labor and safe delivery. It can also be used to relieve pain, nausea and anxiety.

Eligible women with a deployed partner have the option of applying for a complementary birth doula to support them during labor through Operation Special Delivery.

Clary sage is an ancient European plant which was popular in the Middle Ages; today, clary sage still has uses as an aromatic essential oil, particularly for women.

Jasmine is one of the most expensive aromatherapy oils in use and is one of the most copied or adulterated oils; it has a number of therapeutic properties.

Theodore Shapiro, gaining fame for his solid comedy scores, has written a largely predictable but entirely enjoyable score for David Frankel's recent comedy.

Touch is a powerful way to provide both reassurance and comfort during the long hours of labor. Mothers may prefer light touch such as effleurage or kneading massage.

There is a belief that childbirth classes are a waste of time unless a mother is planning for natural childbirth. Find out why all expectant parents need classes.

By the third trimester you want your baby to be born and out of you! Here are some great tips for helping make the third trimester of pregnancy more comfortable.

The White Stripes paid a visit to New York's Madison Square Gardens and played songs off of their newest album, Icky Thump as well as classics from White Blood Cells.

The majority of women are very interested to learn about pain relief options for labor; however they may not know the best questions to ask. Here are sample questions.

Some mothers enjoy hearing the baby's heartbeat for the first time. Others find that one of their favorite things about pregnancy is the ultrasound. What do you enjoy?

Find out more about the possible and definite signs of labor, what to do when your water breaks and how your partner can help you in the first stage of labor.

Epidurals are administered to a growing number of women in labor today. A frequent question women want to know is whether an epidural will affect their baby.

Should you find out the sex of your baby during your ultrasound, or keep it a surprise? Here's some thoughts about these two options.

One of the best ways to reduce childbirth pain is to provide cold ice packs. Cold packs can be purchased or made with a few simple ingredients you may have at home.

Birth of a baby, death of a childhood...The Secret Life of the American Teenager ends its season with mixed signals.