Pregnancy & Childbirth

Feature Writer: Brenda Lane
If you are planning a pregnancy, currently expecting or just had your baby, our site has something for you!
Follow your baby's development and a helpful "to do" list for mothers through your entire 40 weeks of pregnancy.
Planning for birth and no time for childbirth classes? Follow our online series. Find out reasons for writing a birth plan and how to prevent back labor.
Have you passed your due date? Here are ways to induce labor.
If you have just had your baby, be sure to look for recovery tips for new mothers. Find out if you are at risk for postpartum depression.
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Brenda Lane
Jul 2, 2009
Expecting Twins
In: Pregnancy & Childbirth (general)
Not only do you need more calories every day, but your options for giving birth are more limited if you are carrying more than one baby.
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Jun 29, 2009
Best Ways to Prepare for Breastfeeding
In: Pregnancy & Childbirth (general)
Several ways to prepare for breastfeeding include joining a breastfeeding support group, attending a breastfeeding class and locating a lactation specialist.
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Jun 22, 2009
Saving Ultrasound Images
In: Prenatal Health
The growing popularity of keepsake videos of the baby has raised questions from experts about the safety of ultrasound used for non-diagnostic purposes.
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Jun 18, 2009
Non-Stress Tests
In: Pregnancy & Childbirth (general)
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.
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Jun 11, 2009
Walking Epidurals
In: Birthing Options
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.
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Jun 3, 2009
Benefits of Tubs During Labor
In: Birthing Options
Contrary to popular opinion, epidurals are not the only effective method for pain relief during labor. More mothers are discovering the benefits of laboring in the tub.
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May 31, 2009
Best Baby Shower Ideas
In: Prenatal Health
If you are looking for the very best baby shower gifts to give the new mother, look no more! Here are some great ideas to help make her new role even easier.
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May 27, 2009
Effects of Father's Alcohol Use on Pregnancy
In: Prenatal Health
Fetal alcohol spectrum disorders can be the result of mothers who drink during pregnancy. Research suggests that fathers' alcohol consumption is also harmful.
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