About Transient Tachypnea of the Newborn
For some newborns, the first few breaths of life may be more rapid and labored than normal because of a lung condition called transient tachypnea of the newborn (TTN). Some newborns' breaths during the first hours of life are more rapid and ... [... more]
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Recovering From Delivery
After giving birth, you'll notice you've changed somewhat - both physically and emotionally. Here's what to expect after labor and delivery. Your baby's finally here, and you're thrilled - but you're also exhausted, uncomfortable, on an emotional ... [... more]
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Dealing With Pain During Childbirth
Alleviating your anxiety about childbirth pain is one of the best ways to ensure that you'll be able to deal with it when the time comes. If you're like most women, the pain of labor and delivery is one of the things that worry you about having a ... [... more]
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What Is Natural Childbirth?
Some women choose to give birth using no medications at all, relying instead on relaxation techniques and controlled breathing for pain. Get more information on natural childbirth. Some women choose to give birth using no medications at all, ... [... more]
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Banking Your Newborn's Cord Blood
Some parents are making a choice on their child's first day of life that could impact the future health of that child or even other family members. They are deciding to bank their newborn's cord blood. Is cord-blood banking right for you? On the ... [... more]
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Birth of a Second Child
The happiness and love that your first baby brought into your life is beyond measure, and now you're thrilled to learn you are expecting another child. What can you do to prepare for your latest addition? The happiness and love that your first ... [... more]
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Birth Plans
In the happy haze of early pregnancy, the reality of labor and birth may seem extremely far off - which makes this the perfect time to start planning for the arrival of your baby by creating a birth plan that details your wishes. In the happy ... [... more]
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Birthing Centers and Hospital Maternity Services
Where you choose to give birth is an important decision. Is a hospital or a birth center right for you? Knowing the facts can help you make your decision. You'll make plenty of decisions during pregnancy, and choosing where to give birth - ... [... more]
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Birthing Classes
The more information and physical and emotional support you have throughout your pregnancy, the healthier you're likely to be - and the same goes for your baby. Facts and support can come from a variety of places - a birthing class is one of ... [... more]
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Looking at Your Newborn: What's Normal
When you first get to see, touch, and inspect your newborn, you may be surprised by what you see. Read this article to learn about your newborn's often unique-looking physical characteristics. In delivery room scenes on TV and in the movies, the ... [... more]
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Meconium Aspiration
Meconium aspiration can happen before, during, or after labor and delivery when a newborn inhales a mixture of meconium and amniotic fluid. Although it can be serious, most cases are not. Every expectant parent hopes for an uncomplicated birth ... [... more]
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The History of Midwives
Choosing a health care provider to care for you and your baby during your pregnancy is a big decision. For some women with low-risk, uncomplicated pregnancies, midwives are an increasingly popular option. Congratulations, you're pregnant! Let the ... [... more]
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