Giving Birth

What are the signs of labor? Are those cramps the real thing or Braxton Hicks contractions? And what do real contractions feel like anyway? Here's everything you need to know to recognize real labor signs and help you prepare for your baby's delivery.

It's finally time! Here's what to expect from and how to prepare for your labor, as well as important information on your birthing options, pain management, labor support, and much more.

Who will you have in the delivery room when it is time for Baby to arrive? Here's what you need to know about labor support, how to find it, and what support methods might be right for you.

Preparing for labor means more than packing the bag and racing to the hospital. Learn how to know if labor has started, find info to help prepare you for labor, and get tips for Dad-to-Be, too.

Moms-to-be experience very different things during their pregnancies and labor and delivery. Check out these emotional and inspiring real-mom birth stories!

Wondering exactly what to expect from your pregnancy? Be sure to view these candid video accounts on everything from what you need in prenatal vitamins to an insider's look at labor and delivery.

You have several options to consider when it comes to labor pain relief. Find out what techniques you can use, medications that are available to you, how you can manage the pain and discomfort of contractions.

Preparing for labor and delivery includes making sure you're informed about your pain management options. Check out what's new regarding epidurals. Here's what they are, how they work, when they're administered (and their risks), and more.

Your doctor may need to perform a Cesarean section delivery if you or your baby experience distress during labor. Be sure to educate yourself and understand your labor and delivery rights, what this procedure entails for you and Baby, and how it can help both you and your child.

Our resources can help you find out if a vaginal birth or VBAC is right for you and your baby. Learn all about your options, what you can expect, and more.

The hospital is the delivery spot of choice for many women, but some prefer the comforts of a home birth. Is a home delivery the right choice for you? We've got the information you need to make an informed decision.

If you're considering a natural childbirth, a midwife can be a great healthcare provider to consider. Learn all about what a midwife does, how they are certified, and how they can help you during your pregnancy, labor, and delivery.

Doulas are an option for you during labor and delivery. They act as a birth helper and can provide you and your partner physical and emotional support. Learn more about doulas, their costs, what they do, and if hiring one is the right choice for you.

Get the scoop on everything you need to know about labor and delivery! We've teamed up with American Baby magazine to bring you tips to help create a birth plan, understand your childbirth options, and get ready for the marathon of labor.