Labour pain is one of the most intense and unforgettable experiences you’ll ever go through. But how you handle those moments really matters. The way you move, breathe, and respond can actually make ...

May 30 -- THURSDAY, May 29 (HealthDay News) -- Drinking and eating during labor can provide women with the energy they need and should not be routinely restricted, says a new clinical bulletin from ...

Advocating for yourself during childbirth can feel challenging. However, creating a birth plan, choosing a birth advocacy partner, and learning how to make informed decisions can help ensure you feel ...

The NHS has issued a safety alert instructing all relevant NHS-funded maternity care providers to cease pre-preparing oxytocin infusions at ward level in all clinical areas, with the aim of reducing ...

A pain reliever traditionally used for post-operative pain, when diluted and given through an epidural, provides pain relief during labor and delivery without the uncomfortable numbness that makes it ...

Fetal monitoring is used during labor to listen to the baby's heart sounds and measure the contractions of the uterus. Despite debates and major concerns about the proven ability for fetal monitoring ...