When a woman is pregnant, her baby grows inside a sac of fluid called the amniotic sac. As she gets…
PPROM stands for Preterm Premature Rupture of Membranes. It happens when the amniotic sac breaks before 37 weeks of pregnancy.…
A fundal massage is a technique used after childbirth to help the uterus contract and return to its normal size.…
If you think you are in labor, it is important to know when to go to the hospital. Here are…
Pregnancy induction is a process doctors use to start labor. Sometimes, your doctor may decide, due to medical reasons, that…
Membrane stripping is a medical procedure sometimes done for expectant mothers near their due date. It can help start labor.…
The Bishop Score, named after Dr. Edward Bishop who introduced it in 1964, is a method used to assess the…
You may need a cervical check at your OB appointment, but it depends on your stage of pregnancy and any…
Effleurage is a gentle massage technique used during labor to help a woman manage pain and discomfort. It involves light,…
Doulas and midwives play distinct yet complementary roles in the realm of childbirth, offering support and guidance to expectant mothers…