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The experience of labor and birth is very individual, very unique. So all the more you will need to prepare yourself not just by packing your hospital bag but also by working on your mindset to prepare you for this most incredible event.
 
What is Labor?
What is Labor?
 
Regular contractions with dilatation of the cervix define labor. Contraction sans the dilatation or opening of the cervix is considered as latent phase or early labor which is different from proper..
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1st Stage of Labor
1st Stage of Labor
 

The first stage is usually the longest and the hardest part of labor. During this stage the cervix gradually opens to allow the baby to make its way down into the birth canal..
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Long Labor Long Labor
  A long labor though normal can be difficult to handle. It is especially common in first time pregnancies, with labor lasting beyond the 12-18 grueling hour range without..

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Induction Of Labor (IOL) Induction Of Labor (IOL)
  Induction of labor (IOL) means bringing on contractions through external aids before your body goes into labor naturally. IOL strengthens..

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Preparing for a C-section Preparing for a C-section
  Sometimes a cesarean birth is best for you and your baby. Though it is normal to have your share of anxieties, almost all mothers and babies recover well after a c-section. An operation can be scheduled (planned) or unscheduled..

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2nd Stage of Labor 2nd Stage of Labor
  Many women find the second stage easier to cope because they find things under their control more or less. In essence this stage lasts from full dilation until the birth. Once the cervix is completely..
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3rd Stage of Labor 3rd Stage of Labor
  The final part of labor begins after the baby is born and ends with the delivery of the placenta. Since the mother's entire attention will be on her new baby, she may not even be aware of this part of labor. There are two ways..
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Vaginal Birth after Cesarean (VBAC) Vaginal Birth after Cesarean (VBAC)
  Once a cesarean, always a cesarean! Not necessarily although this issue is still under scrutiny because of the uncertainties involved. That explains the low percentage of woman opting to give birth vaginally after..
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Cervix dilation Cervix dilation
  Cervix dilation is also known as dilatation, it is a gradual process where the mouth of the cervix widens from 0-10 centimeters (4 inches in width) during the course of..
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The Birth Process The Birth Process
  It is natural to be perplexed, curious and even tensed about what is going to happen when the date draws close. If this is your first baby, fear of what to expect, curious..
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C-Section - The Facts C-Section - The Facts
  Most babies are born head first, through the vagina. However some vaginal births require assistance. Two types of instruments are used to aid vaginal delivery..
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Episiotomy - To Cut or Not to Cut Episiotomy - To Cut or Not to Cut
  Most women worry about being cut during labor. This concern is real. After all it does sound daunting to have a cut down there but in some cases it cannot be helped. The cut in the muscular area between the vagina and back passage..
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Pain Relief during Labor Pain Relief during Labor
  Every labor and delivery is different, and so is the pain threshold - what is bearable for one woman may be intolerable for another. You cannot predict which way your labor is going to go but you can certainly choose..
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Premature labor - how early is Premature labor - how early is too early!
  Having a baby between the 20th and 37th week is considered premature. Most premature births are deliberate, planned attempts by the obstetrician due to some health complication..
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What is Mucus Plug What is Mucus Plug
  One sure sign that labor is on the way is when you lose the mucus plug. Tinged with blood or clear in color, the mucus on your underpants in the last weeks describes this plug. The thick mucus has been blocking the opening to the cervix for a while now..
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Assisted Delivery Assisted Delivery
  When labor doesn't progress smoothly, some assistance becomes necessary. Popular procedures involve the use of instruments such as forceps or a vacuum extractor. Common reasons for assisted delivery are -
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What Baby's Position During Pregnancy What Baby's Position During Pregnancy
The position the baby assumes can affect labor and birth. Right up to week 36 it doesn't matter which position the baby lies in because there is still time for it to make the change. Basically most babies..
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