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

Aug 22, 2008 - Christy Swift

Many women decide to use an epidural in childbirth. Are there advantages to getting an epidural beyond pain relief? Find out more reasons to use epidurals.

Feb 8, 2011 - Brenda Lane

Can a pregnant woman with a lower back tattoo get an epidural during childbirth or is it too risky?

Aug 8, 2010 - Brenda Lane

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.

Aug 26, 2009 - Mary Earhart

Epidurals can provide relief during labor. The use of this technique can also have potentially serious side effects. Determine if the benefits outweigh the risks.

Oct 19, 2009 - Stacy Herlihy

What are the best strategies if you are planning to get an epidural during labor? Find out how to avoid the pitfalls of getting an epidural.

Aug 26, 2010 - Brenda Lane

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.

Jun 11, 2009 - Brenda Lane

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.

Nov 1, 2006 - Brenda Lane

Many women are frightened by the last thing they will do while pregnant, deliver the baby. Don't be, the payment for your hard work is more than worth it.

Feb 8, 2011 - Jennifer Wilding

About 50-90% of mothers today use an epidural during childbirth. Here is what mothers should know about epidurals and if they lead to more cesareans.

May 11, 2010 - Brenda Lane

They say free advice is worth what you paid for it. But free online resources can help people prevent chronic back pain as well as periodic lower back pain.

May 15, 2010 - Ellen Freudenheim

Deciding to get pain medication or not is a big one. Learn advantages to using an epidural as well as advantages of natural childbirth.

Mar 10, 2011 - Brenda Lane

Be sure to take time to practice and review your comfort measures in this online childbirth class. Find out what to expect if you have a cesarean.

Dec 14, 2010 - Brenda Lane

Nitrous oxide, commonly referred to as laughing gas, may be reintroduced to mothers in labor as an alternative anesthetic option.

Feb 14, 2011 - Lauren Liberati

Maintaining mobility in the joints, muscles and spine on long tiring car journeys can ease the stiffness and tiredness associated with driving and travel.

Sep 16, 2010 - Nicole O'Driscoll

Don't accept lower back pain lying down, you're six simple stretches away from a better quality of life.

Mar 23, 2011 - Derek Clark

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

Aug 13, 2008 - Brenda Lane

An intravenous drip (IV) can interfere with mobility and increase swelling. IV's can be helpful to mothers in cases of dehydration. Find out more on IV's.

Jun 5, 2007 - Brenda Lane

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

Aug 10, 2009 - Brenda Lane