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.

What is Pitocin, how is it used in labor, and the myths about its intensity are all covered in this blog post. Learn how to enhance your natural Oxytocin and why Pitocin may be needed medically.

Epidurals can provide magical and euphoric pain relief, but there is so much unknown. Dive deeper into what getting an epidural looks and feels like AND learn some great tips for making the most out of your labor with an epidural.

What does favorable birth positioning even mean? The way you move and relax throughout pregnancy can play a role in how your baby is sitting in the womb. It can also influence how your labor and birth unfolds.