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Understanding Labor

Understanding labor is a challenge for most pregnant women. Learn more about different techniques of giving birth and find out what is really going on when you finally go into labor. Understanding labor is important for the future mother and father of the child.

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The It Moms check out three ways to naturally induce labor. Do the old wive's tales work?

The ABCs of Birth

Know almost as much as your doctor with our step-by-step guide to labor and delivery.

Pregnancy Prep School

Prenatal classes can let you share experiences with other couples and get answers to all of your questions about labor, delivery, and caring for a newborn. Use our guide to decide which class is right for you.

5 common Labor Signs

The five most common clues that help you recognize it's time to head to the delivery room.

All About Water Birthing

Giving birth in warm water can ease labor distress. Learn more about this type of labor so you can better understand this labor technique.

Preparing a Detailed Birth Plan

Educate yourself about your options for delivery day and create a birth plan with this handy checklist.

The Whys and Hows of Cesareans

Answers to your most pressing questions about cesareans.

Choosing a Labor Position

The labor position you choose should be a comfortable one that helps you do your job with as much ease as possible.

Labor & Delivery Advice for Dads

Here's advice for dads, from veteran moms who know what really happens during labor and delivery.

Birth Customs Around the World

When it comes to having babies, every country has its customs.

Our Favorite Understanding Labor Sites

American Pregnancy Association - Information for any type of birth.

Discovery Health - Find out what to expect after labor begins.

Stages of labor - Know and understand these stages of labor.

Pregnancy & Labor - Learn about ways to deal with the pain of labor.

Labor Complications - Get help understanding labor complications.

Childbirth Guide - Info on contractions to labor to the afterbirth.

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