Delivering a baby is hard work. Aptly named labor, the process before childbirth can be physically and emotionally taxing — and even painful. While no two patients experience labor and delivery ...

LEVITTOWN, Pennsylvania (WPVI) -- Having a baby is a major milestone for many women. But managing the labor pain can be a big hurdle in itself. "Since it was my first baby, I really didn't know what ...

Childbirth can be extremely painful, whether you have a C-section or a vaginal birth. There are ways to manage this pain, such as epidurals and breathing exercises, but each person's experience will ...

Labour is often described as unforgettable, yet, as months pass, the memory of the intensity softens. Some mothers even question whether it was as painful as they once believed. Others can’t recall ...

Childbirth is a symphony of emotions, from excitement and anticipation to anxiety and pain. Amidst this complex orchestra, music can provide a sense of harmony and control. But how does it work? Dr ...

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During pregnancy, you’ll face many decisions, one of them being whether to use pain medication in childbirth. While it’s not right for everyone, choosing to go without medication during labor can have ...

Erin Martucci chose VR after deciding she wanted a drug-free childbirth. A first-of-its-kind study has provided new evidence that wearing a virtual reality (VR) headset during labor can reduce pain ...

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - Mercy Springfield is the first in the city to offer a familiar pain and anxiety treatment for labor and delivery. Most of us are familiar with nitrous oxide, commonly known as ...

If you’re within the last few months of your pregnancy, you might be in the process of creating your birth plan. A birth plan is a list of your wishes for the childbirth experience that can include ...

If you have PCOS, you may have questions about labour and delivery. While PCOS can influence the birth process, most parents ...