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Many husbands, partners or labor support people wonder how to help a laboring woman cope with childbirth. Here is a guidebook for anyone.

The husband, partner or birth assistant of a laboring woman may benefit from a list of ways he can help support her and birth-related tasks they need to do.

Massage can be very beneficial for women in labor but there are some tips and suggestions a birth partner should keep in mind in order to help during childbirth.

Creating a life is simply one of the greatest possible gifts, which should never be taken for granted.

The pain a mother goes through seems to be endless even during the shortest of births. However this can be relieved, even if slightly, by the quality of support you give.

Using massage to comfort a mother during her labor has been proven to help in many ways. See the benefits of touch for a birthing woman.

Using breathing exercises during childbirth is helpful for relaxation, distraction and to prevent mothers from holding their breath.

Pregnancy and childbirth can be bewildering. So how should you talk to midwives, registrars and consultants to make sure you get the birth you really want?

It is important for pregnant moms to understand their birthing options and be prepared for this important occasion.

Growing numbers of parents today hire birth doulas to assist them through labor and birth. What are the best questions to ask to find out more about her?

Here is a list of foods to eat during labor, comfort supplies for natural childbirth, and water birth supplies.

Many mothers are concerned about not getting pain medication when they need it during labor. The best window for pain medication is often in active labor.

Some couples struggle with the financial cost of hiring a birth coach. Doulas are not always covered by health insurance and are often an out of pocket expense.

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.

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

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.

Are you looking for pregnancy, birth, breastfeeding and early parenting books? Here are some of the best pregnancy-related books for parents available online.

This vinyl ball becomes an invaluable tool throughout pregnancy, labor and postpartum to both the mother and her partner.

Hypnobirthing, known as the Mongan method for hypnobirth, provides a natural childbirth education for mothers who want to have a hypnosis birth. Learn how it works here.

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.

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

Laboring in alternative positions can help with the descent of the baby as well as provide comfort and ease pain during childbirth. Get up and move around!

The benefits of natural childbirth are numerous. There can be situations, however, when mothers can benefit from pain medication. How do you decide?

Pushing effectively, helpful positions, conserving energy and how to labor down are crucial information for women to know as they prepare to give birth.

There are many ways to try to have an unmedicated birth. One of the best ways to maximize the chances of a natural childbirth is to avoid a labor induction.