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It’s common to have a bowel movement when you’re giving birth, but your care team truly doesn’t want you to be embarrassed by it
Plan ahead, pack that bag, be attentive and be an advocate
Sitting, squatting and side-lying may provide a more comfortable labor and delivery
Everyone’s unique, and there’s no exact checklist of symptoms, but you may feel contractions, cramps and pelvic pressure
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Science says only one way actually works, but there are a few others that are still safe to try
One is a trained care professional, while the other is a medical caregiver, but both can be important parts of your birthing team
Use relaxation techniques and breathwork to help manage the discomforts of a medication-free birth
While it may be possible, it may not be safe
Babies aren’t great about scheduling, so be sure to pack a month or two before your due date
A timeline of what to know after delivering your baby
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