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star Orgasmic Birth: Do Birth and Orgasm Really Mix?
The idea of orgasmic birth has become extremely popular lately. Everyone is seeking an orgasmic birth. Why? Okay, maybe that’s a dumb question. Of course the idea of orgasmic birth is appealing. If given the choice between birth that sounds like a good romp in the sack vs. birth that requires drug  new

star 16 reasons to use Lamaze during childbirth
Find out the benefits of Lamaze during childbirth, including natural pain relief.

star 8 Natural ways To induce labor
Nearing the end of the last trimester? Chances are you’ve heard about inducing labor, and the most common ways to do so: placing artificial prostaglandins near the cervix to help ripen (soften) it or by using Pitocin, a synthetic form of oxytocin, the hormone naturally released in the body that ca

star 8 Ways to naturally manage labor pain during childbirth
Preparing for the pain associated with labor often leaves many women anxious and uncertain about what to expect. Most women experience pain during labor, but preparing for your labor may alleviate some of the pain and make for a more comfortable experience.

star Am I in labor? 6 Signs labor is starting
How can you tell you are in labor? What does it feel like when your water breaks? Being pregnant is an exciting time, but for many women (especially first time moms) not knowing what to expect with childbirth and labor can make you feel anxious. Read on to learn how to identify the signs and symptom

star Baby boys & labor
Women are more likely to encounter complications during labor and delivery when they are having a boy, according to researchers.

star Birthing big babies: Labor and delivery facts
If your doctor or midwife mentions your baby may be getting "too big," she may present information about inducing labor. While there's no right or wrong decision to make, there are some important things you should know about delivering a large baby!

star Choosing a birth place – 10 questions to ask
Have you decided where to give birth? Whether you’re thinking about home birth or having your baby in a birth center or hospital, choosing the ideal setting to give birth to your baby is one of the most important choices you can make.

star Cool therapy reduces brain injury and death from oxygen loss in newborns
Infants born with oxygen loss who are given an innovative therapy that lowers their entire body temperature by four degrees within the first six hours of life, have a better chance of survival and lower incidence of brai

star Coping with labor-related fears
Hit with a bad case of stage fright now that your baby's due date is fast approaching?

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