Everyone is different, but most people heal in about six weeks. You’ll need to follow guidelines from your doctor or midwife, but here are a few things you can expect …
When are C-sections needed?
Sometimes, C-sections are the safest option for the birth parent and baby. Here are some cases where a C-section might be the best choice: Labor stops. Your labor may stop …
What is a C-section?
“C-section” is shorthand for a Cesarean birth. A Cesarean birth means that the baby is delivered through a cut made in the abdomen and uterus. In a Cesarean birth, the …
How can my Birth Partner help me in labor?
Your Birth Partner plays an important role. There are so many things to do: In early labor Time your contractions Take a walk with you As labor gets stronger: Help …
Pain in labor
Why is labor painful?The pain you feel during labor is caused by contractions of the muscles of the uterus and by pressure on the cervix as it’s opening. Some have …
How long will I be in labor?
People labor at all different speeds, and every labor is different, even for the same person. Generally, labor takes longer for the first child and less long for following children. …
What’s happening to my body when I go into labor?
When you go into labor, your body is getting ready to deliver your baby. To deliver your baby, several things need to happen. The opening between your uterus and vagina …
What is false labor?
Some people have “false labor,” or Braxton-Hicks contractions. This can happen during your third trimester. You can tell the difference between Braxton-Hicks contractions and “real” contractions because real contractions get …
How will I know when I go into labor?
Here are a few signs that your labor is starting: You start cramping. When you start, you may feel cramps in your uterus or back. These can feel similar to …
What is a Pacify doula?
A Pacify doula is a person who can support you before birth and during labor. A doula is part of your care team, along with your doctor or midwife. Doulas …