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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.

There are many different situations that determine what induced labor will be like for Mom and Baby. Knowing in advance what can happen makes delivery less stressful.

Understanding common standards of practice for induction and pain relief during child birth can make delivery easier and less stressful.

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.

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

If your due date has come and gone, your care provider may recommend a non-stress test. An NST monitors your baby's heart rate in response to movement.

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.

Increasingly today mothers are discouraged from a trial of labor and instead encouraged to plan cesareans. Research shows that labor benefits a mother who wants a VBAC.

Mothers today are inundated with the risks for themselves and their babies; however it is crucial to explain risks in terms that are understandable.