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How to Recognize Early Labor Symptoms
Just over 10 percent of babies are born pre-term (before 37 weeks). The good news: Early labor can sometimes be stopped with a combo of meds and bed rest. Be on the lookout for these warning signs so you can call your doc ASAP if you think there's a problem.
Understanding Braxton Hicks Contractions
Are you in labor or are you merely experiencing practice contractions or Braxton Hicks contractions? Find out how to tell the difference -- and what to expect.
14 Reasons to Call the Doctor During Pregnancy
Pregnancy can be a time of lots of questions, especially when it comes to your and your baby's health. Knowing what's safe and what's not -- and when symptoms necessitate a call to your doctor is important. Here's a primer on when you should pick up the phone.
Preventing Premature Labor
... for preemies is improving, taking steps to prevent preterm labor and its complications for your baby is vital.... The causes of preterm labor aren't yet understood, but the latest research suggests that it may be triggered... on proper dental care during pregnancy. Contact your doctor if any of these signs of preterm labor occur...
5 Signs That You're in Labor
...Even moms who've been through it before can't always tell when labor is starting. That's because... breaking, or is it just urine leaking because a seven-pound baby is resting on your full bladder? Labor... that labor is just around the corner, says Carol J. Grabowski, M.D., chief of staff of the women's division...
Signs of Approaching Labor
... in labor: They're irregular and will subside after a time. They won't increase in strength or frequency... lower back pain you do feel is not persistent. This is often called "false labor." Although the real... work of labor hasn't begun, you can rest assured that your baby is getting ready to make his or her...
Gender Prediction Quiz
Are you pregnant and wondering if you are having a girl or a boy? Take this gender prediction quiz that predicts the gender of your baby!
The Truth About Due Dates
Only 5 percent of women give birth when they think they will. Read on to find out when your baby will make his appearance.
Labor Signs
... into active labor. Beyond that, the surest sign that you're really, truly, no kidding, actually in labor... over time. During this first stage of labor, the cervix thins, or effaces, and then dilates about 1... realize that you're in labor at last. You may start washing floors or get three closets cleaned out, top...
3 Signs That You May Be in Labor
...The biggest confusion when it comes to labor is that it can be hard to distinguish between false... and real contractions. As you approach your due date, you may feel something labor-like -- namely... of false labor, real contractions are painful. They build in intensity so "you can't walk or talk through...
Week-by-Week Pregnancy Tips
Over the next nine months you can expect a lot of changes in your body and your life. Here, we help you to navigate those new feelings and to ensure you don't miss any important pregnancy tips along the way from week one to delivery.
What No One Tells You About Labor
... can get your hands on about labor and birth. But classes and books tend to give you the big picture...-talked-about) scenarios. Who knew that vomiting during labor is normal? I certainly didn't -- until the birth of my... labor). To keep vomiting to a minimum, eat only light foods during the earliest stages of labor...
Your Changing Body Week-by-Week
From the time of conception until the time you give birth, your body is going to go through some major changes. Find out what to expect with our week-by-week look at your changing body.
Your Developing Baby, Week by Week
Your baby begins as a tiny cluster of cells, but during the nine-month process of pregnancy she becomes an amazing baby with facial features, a beating heart and kicking legs. Find out what's happening with baby's development week by week.
