Labor and delivery
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Inducing labor: When to wait, when to induce
Find out who can benefit from getting the uterus to contract to start labor and why.
Water breaking: Understand this sign of labor
Learn how to tell this sign of labor and what do next.
Can vaginal tears during childbirth be prevented?
Learn what you can do to help lower the risk of vaginal tears during childbirth.
Labor and delivery: Pain medications
Understand the pros and cons of various labor and delivery pain medications.
Video: The epidural block
Understand this anesthesia for labor and birth.
Vaginal tears in childbirth
Vaginal tears during childbirth are common. Learn about different kinds of vaginal tears and how they can be treated.
Stages of labor and birth: Baby, it's time!
Find out what happens during the different stages of labor and birth.
Baby naps: Daytime sleep tips
Know when and how long babies need to nap, how to put them down for naps and how to handle fussiness.
COVID-19 vaccines for kids: What you need to know
Learn about the safety and effectiveness of COVID-19 vaccines for kids, the possible side effects, and the benefits of vaccination.
Signs of labor: Know what to expect
Know exactly what to expect as your due date approaches and your body prepares for delivery.
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