Labor and Delivery: Birth Plans, Induction & Tips

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This Dad Ordered a Pizza While His Partner Was In Labor and the Internet Was Outraged

"What's better than becoming a father? Becoming a father and eating pizza!" Umm, no, not exactly...

Why We Need to Stop Talking About Giving Birth 'Naturally'

Here's a closer look at what people really mean when they use the term "natural birth," and why it's time to nix this phrase from the conversation around labor and delivery.

Cervix Dilation Chart: The Stages of Labor Explained in Pictures

During labor, your cervix will dilate to open up the birth canal. Visualize the process with our handy cervix dilation chart, which uses fruit for an easy-to-understand comparison.

Cervical Ripening: Can You Soften Your Cervix for Birth at Home?

Cervical dilation and effacement is necessary for a vaginal birth, but it doesn't always happen like it should. Here's how to encourage cervical ripening with natural at-home methods.

7 Exercises to Induce Labor You Can Do at Home

Certain movements can improve a pregnant person’s alignment and properly position the baby for delivery. Experts share how to do them safely and effectively.

The Lamaze Method: Everything You Need to Know

Lamaze is a childbirth preparation method aimed at building confidence and teaching coping mechanisms for labor. Read more about the natural technique to decide whether it’s right for you.

More Labor & Delivery

5 Little Things Partners Can Do in the Delivery Room That Make a Big Difference

There's a lot that goes down in the delivery room that the average expecting parent might not quite expect. I know that from experience as a dad. But I've learned the best thing any partner can do is fully support the person giving birth.

Mother Who Gave Birth While in a Coma and Fighting the Coronavirus Holds Her Baby for the First Time

Mother Who Gave Birth While in a Coma and Fighting the Coronavirus Holds Her Baby for First Time

Angela Primachenko was diagnosed with coronavirus and placed on a ventilator a week before she gave birth.

American Birth Story: The Changing Face of Birth in America

I'm 37 Weeks Into My High-Risk Pregnancy During COVID-19: Here's What My Doctors Told Me

Labor Without an Epidural: 4 Reasons You Might Have to Go Without Anesthesia

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Orgasmic Birth Isn't a Myth, It's a Movement—Here's What It's About

Is it really possible to orgasm during birth? The connection between childbirth and sexual pleasure may be closer than we think, according to experts.