Labor and delivery
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Episiotomy: When it's needed, when it's not
Planning a vaginal delivery? Find out when an incision between the vagina and anus might be needed during childbirth.
Inducing labor: When to wait, when to induce
Find out who can benefit from getting the uterus to contract to start labor and why.
Placenta: How it works, what's normal
Understand how this pregnancy organ works and what conditions can affect it.
Signs of labor: Know what to expect
Know exactly what to expect as your due date approaches and your body prepares for delivery.
VBAC: Know the pros and cons
VBAC — vaginal birth after cesarean — is possible for many women. Know what to consider before choosing this option for delivery.
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