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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.

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.

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

VBAC has become a controversial issue today. However, new research on VBACs shows that going into labor on your own can increase your chances of a vaginal birth.

About 10% of mothers find that their labor starts with their bag of waters breaking. Acupressure, nipple stimulation and herbs are all ways to induce labor.

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

Early in your pregnancy, there are several interview questions you can ask while selecting your own obstetrician or midwife.

Home birth supplies, gathered together before the birth, can help make birthing at home more comfortable and cleaning up afterwards more efficient.