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If you're a natural-minded mama-to-be, you may be considering opting for a home birth to avoid unnecessary medical interventions. I've been there, and I know there are so many things to consider when ...

Labor scenes in movies make birth seem like a wholly terrifying event. There’s lots of animal grunting, shouting expletives and screaming. “Labor causes severe pain for many women,” writes the ...

Either you’re all for a natural birth or you think that women who go that route are crazy. Really, why would any woman want to go through that much pain when they don’t have to? Well, I was one such ...

Like many pregnant women preparing for the birth of their first baby, Brianna Quasius, 32, of Chaska, Minnesota, wanted to use natural ways to cope with the pain and avoid a long labor, medical ...

Childbirth isn’t a contest. For many moms, an epidural is the way to go. If you’re on the fence and considering going natural, here are some post-delivery benefits that may not have occurred to you.

Looking for natural ways to induce labor? Experts say these seven myths about inducing labor at home may not help kick-start the process, but they won't hurt. (Photo: Getty Creative) You're ...

Some natural options to deliver your baby. March 10, 2010— -- Here are five popular natural ways to having a baby. You should, of course, ask your doctor if you are considering any of these ...

I wasn't planning on having a birth story. During my pregnancy, I used all the extra energy I could summon to resist the Brooklyn birthing culture that calls forgoing pain medication "natural" and ...

Anecdotal evidence suggests that exercise, sex, and eating certain foods may help move labor along. But it’s best to talk with a healthcare professional before attempting to induce labor. Your due ...

A person may choose to give birth naturally, without pain management medication, or with an epidural to block sensations of pain in the lower body. Each birthing option has its potential risks and ...