Active labor is an intense time during childbirth. Learn strategies and coping techniques to incorporate into your labor. Whether you want an epidural or are planning to go without pain medication, these are useful tools to aid in a more comfortable and relaxing childbirth experience.

Cervical exams are a common tool healthcare providers use to asses labor, however, there are many drawbacks to these practices. Outside of comfort, subjectivity in these exams is a major concern. Read on to see how you can advocate for yourself and learn about cervical exam subjectivity to prepare for your labor and birth journey.