Preparing for childbirth

Your baby's about to be born and you need to be ready. There are some things you should think through ahead of time, starting with what kind of birth you want to have. We'll teach you some exercises that can make the process easier, how to breathe, the best positions to be in during labor, and what basic things to take with you to the hospital.

Childbirth Preparation Exercises
Preparing for childbirthChildbirth Preparation Exercises

Childbirth preparation exercises are very common among new mothers, as they help to avoid or reduce many of the uncomfortable…

Painted Nails and Childbirth: What You Should Know
Preparing for childbirthPainted Nails and Childbirth: What You Should Know

Pregnant women may consider different beauty routines before going to give birth, which may include makeup, doing their hair, or…

What Do I Need to Bring to the Hospital to Give Birth?
Preparing for childbirthWhat Do I Need to Bring to the Hospital to Give Birth?

Many new mothers wonder what they should bring to the hospital when the time comes to give birth. In the…

Does the Fetus's Position Indicate What Delivery Will Be Like?
Preparing for childbirthDoes the Fetus's Position Indicate What Delivery Will Be Like?

The position your baby is in during the last weeks of pregnancy will give you a lot of information about…

Fetal Monitoring Before Delivery: What's It For?
Preparing for childbirthFetal Monitoring Before Delivery: What's It For?

Before and during labor, it's important to know the baby's state of health, and for this purpose, medical professionals perform…

4 Exercises to Make Your Baby Turn Head-Down
Preparing for childbirth4 Exercises to Make Your Baby Turn Head-Down

Many pregnant women need their baby to turn head-down at the end of gestation, as they run the risk of…

Types of Anesthesia in Labor
Preparing for childbirthTypes of Anesthesia in Labor

The arrival of the baby is a very mobilizing event for the whole family, even more so for the mother who's about to give birth. The sensations and ...

Week 35 of Pregnancy: What to Expect
Preparing for childbirthWeek 35 of Pregnancy: What to Expect

Week 35 of pregnancy is characterized by accelerated growth in both the baby's weight and size. This is due, in…

Self-Hypnosis in Childbirth: What You Should Know
Preparing for childbirthSelf-Hypnosis in Childbirth: What You Should Know

Controlling your fears and the pain that can occur in labor is possible through self-hypnosis in childbirth. Hypnosis can be…

The Birth Plan: What It Is and How to Use It
Preparing for childbirthThe Birth Plan: What It Is and How to Use It

Our society and the current pace of life often means that everything we do in our lives is very well…

Why Is My Baby Overdue? Is This Normal?
Preparing for childbirthWhy Is My Baby Overdue? Is This Normal?

It seems amazing that, as much as science has advanced, the exact date on which a baby will be born…

How Should You Cure an Episiotomy?
Preparing for childbirthHow Should You Cure an Episiotomy?

It's normal for a pregnant woman to have certain concerns when she goes to see her consultant. She'll often hear…

Is the Second Pregnancy Easier than the First?
Preparing for childbirthIs the Second Pregnancy Easier than the First?

It's normal to have many doubts while waiting for your second child. You're probably wondering if the second pregnancy will…

Why Should Your Babies Choose Their Date of Birth?
Preparing for childbirthWhy Should Your Babies Choose Their Date of Birth?

Are you nearing the end of your pregnancy and feeling anxious to meet the new love of your life? Even…

Can You Prevent Episiotomies and Tears During Delivery?
Preparing for childbirthCan You Prevent Episiotomies and Tears During Delivery?

One of the issues that lots of women worry about during delivery are episiotomies and vaginal tears. Therefore, in this…