Giving birth without drugs or surgery is less common than using an epidural or cesarean, but with preparation and confidence it is achievable for most women.

Sep 14, 2007 - Michelle Carchrae

Attending an effective birthing class and having a detailed birth plan will better prepare you to experience labor and birth naturally without drugs.

Sep 7, 2010 - Sara Renae Mattson

In our online class series, class four consists of learning more about the medical aspects of labor as well as what you can do to naturally induce labor.

Dec 14, 2007 - Brenda Lane

Are you considering a natural childbirth? Here is the complete series of articles on ways to avoid unnecessary interventions and have a natural childbirth.

May 26, 2007 - Brenda Lane

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

Sep 22, 2006 - Brenda Lane

Not everyone agrees on the term "natural childbirth" and what it means. Does it refer to a vaginal birth versus a cesarean? How do you define natural childbirth?

Mar 31, 2009 - Brenda Lane

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.

Dec 7, 2009 - Melanie Zoltan

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

Nov 7, 2007 - Elaine Walker

An introduction to one of the world's most popular and effective childbirth classes.

Apr 12, 2011 - Kristin Fitzgerald

For a successfully beautiful natural birth, pregnant women need to believe in the capabilities of their bodies through nutrition, education, and practice.

Aug 16, 2010 - Megan Kelly

Recently, there has been a growing push for natural childbirth among mothers and medical professionals, especially for childbirth without medication.

Nov 7, 2008 - Jessica Burde

Is breastfeeding the most natural thing in the world? Learn the best techniques and how to find support.

Dec 18, 2007 - Brenda Lane

When the midwife is stuck in traffic and there's no time to get to a hospital, what do you do? Don't panic! You can help a laboring woman safely give birth.

Aug 23, 2009 - Mary Earhart

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.

Dec 7, 2009 - Brenda Lane

Whether a woman uses a tried natural birth method or arrives at her own unique approach, any woman can experience a painless, joyful childbirth.

Aug 13, 2009 - Sara McGrath

Writing birth plans is not just for couples planning natural childbirth. New evidence shows that mothers who write a birth plan sense more control while giving birth.

Jan 29, 2010 - Brenda Lane

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

May 5, 2009 - Jennifer Wagaman

Parents who are interested in taking a childbirth class need to know what questions to ask the educator before signing up for their childbirth class.

Aug 1, 2006 - Brenda Lane

Women freebirth for a variety of reasons and should consider several factors and prepare carefully before choosing this birth option.

Apr 21, 2010 - Bonnie Way