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Health Care Providers: Midwives for Parents
A midwife specializes in female reproductive health care needs such as prenatal care, labor, delivery, postpartum care, and newborn care for low-risk pregnancies.
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Medical Care During Pregnancy for Parents
The sooner in pregnancy good care begins, the better for the health of both moms and their babies. Here's what to expect.
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Staying Healthy During Pregnancy for Parents
Now that you're pregnant, taking care of yourself has never been more important. Here's how to keep you and your baby as healthy as possible.
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Natural Childbirth for Parents
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.
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What Is the Apgar Score? for Parents
The Apgar score is the very first test given to a newborn, done right after birth in the delivery or birthing room.
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Birthing Centers and Hospital Maternity Services for Parents
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.
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Preparing for Multiple Births for Parents
Are you expecting more than one baby? Find out how to take care of yourself and prepare for your multiple birth experience.
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Cesarean Sections (C-Sections) for Parents
Many babies are delivered via cesarean sections. Learn why and how C-sections are done.
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Health Care Providers: Nurses for Parents
Nurses provide much of the day-to-day care in hospitals, doing vital jobs like giving medicine and educating patients about self-care. Many kinds of nurses provide varying levels of care.
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Dealing With Pain During Childbirth for Parents
Learning all you can about childbirth pain is one of the best ways to help you deal with it when the time comes.