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Epidurals can help with the discomforts of labor and delivery — but whether you want one is entirely your choice
The urge to get your home ready for baby often hits in the last trimester — but not everyone experiences it
Baby’s caregivers should be up-to-date on flu, COVID-19 and Tdap vaccines to protect the newborn in their lives
Delaying baby’s first bath can encourage breastfeeding success and strengthen bonding
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Lamaze birthing techniques — like breathing during labor and bonding after birth — are among the most commonly taught methods in childbirth prep classes
Sleeping on your back for long stretches may impact circulation as your bump gets bigger — sleeping on your side is safest
Hypnobirthing uses techniques like breathwork and deep relaxation to encourage calm during labor and delivery
Science is mixed, but if you want to try stretching your perineum, here’s how to do it safely
The birthing process can take longer than you might expect, and plans can always change
While it’s probably not your most fertile time, it is possible to get pregnant if you have unprotected sex during your period
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