Labor and delivery
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Water breaking: Understand this sign of labor
Learn how to tell this sign of labor and what do next.
Vitamin D for babies: Are supplements needed?
A Mayo Clinic specialist explains why, when and how to give your baby vitamin D.
Video: The epidural block
Understand this anesthesia for labor and birth.
Ventricular septal defect (VSD)
In this heart problem present at birth, there is a hole between the two lower heart chambers. Know the symptoms and when surgery is needed.
Vaginal tears in childbirth
Vaginal tears during childbirth are common. Learn about different kinds of vaginal tears and how they can be treated.
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.
Thalassemia
Some forms of this inherited blood disorder usually show up before the age of 2, often causing anemia. More severe forms of the disease require regular blood transfusions.
Stages of labor and birth: Baby, it's time!
Find out what happens during the different stages of labor and birth.
Signs of labor: Know what to expect
Learn what you can expect as your due date approaches and your body prepares for delivery.
Mayo Clinic Minute: The road to hearing for baby Aida
Learn about a child with deafness treated at Mayo Clinic with cochlear implants.
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