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  • Epidurals for Parents


    Epidurals can make giving birth more calm, controlled, and comfortable. Find out more.

  • Dealing With Pain During Childbirth for Parents


    Learning all you can about childbirth pain is one of the best ways to help you deal with it when the time comes.

  • Where Should I Have My Baby? for Parents


    Where you choose to give birth is an important decision. Is a hospital or a birth center right for you? Knowing the facts can help you make your decision.

  • Natural Childbirth for Parents


    Some women choose to give birth using no medications at all, relying instead on relaxation techniques and controlled breathing for pain. Get more information on natural childbirth.

  • Can I Have a Vaginal Birth If I Had a Previous C-Section? for Parents


    A vaginal birth after cesarean (or VBAC) is considered a safe option for many women and their babies.

  • Are You in Labor? for Parents


    Here's how to tell the difference between true labor and false labor -- and when to get medical care.

  • What if My Baby Isn't Born by My Due Date? for Parents


    It's quite common for babies not to arrive right on their estimated due dates. Sometimes, if a mom's health or her baby's require it, a doctor may induce labor.

  • Anesthesia for Parents


    Discover how anesthesia prevents pain during surgery, what the different types are, and what to expect from the process.

  • Inducing Labor for Parents


    Find out why doctors may induce labor if you're past your due date, how it may be done, and how it may affect you and your baby.

  • Birth Plans for Parents


    Labor and childbirth may seem far off, but now's the time to start creating a birth plan that details your wishes.