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 ...

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The early stages of labor can be filled with a range of emotions for expecting mothers including pain and uncertainty. Preparing yourself for the unexpected — to the best of your ability — ...

I knew labor would be uncomfortable. What I wasn't expecting? To literally shake for more than an hour during the birth of my first son. My shaking began with my teeth chattering, similar to what I ...

Thinking about getting an epidural? You're not alone – it's the most common form of pain relief during labor in the United States. Here's exactly how it works, what it feels like, and what to expect ...

ABC News’ Faith Abubey reports on what you can expect if you plan to travel during the busy Labor Day weekend, as Americans try to squeeze in a final summer vacation. ABC News’ Faith Abubey reports on ...

Early in pregnancy, Molly Ercole already had an idea of what she wanted for her childbirth. "I didn't want to see a different doctor at every appointment," says Ercole, a non-profit ...