If there is one thing that I am asked about more than anything else being a labor and delivery nurse, it's what tips do I have to successfully manage labor pains. Pregnant mamas often worry about the pain of childbirth more than anything else in their pregnancies. I get it. Labor can be daunting! Especially
Every woman wants an easy labor and birth. Learn how you can have a faster and easier labor by avoiding these common and easy-to-make mistakes!
Are you currently expecting and dreaming of a natural birth? Wondering what all you should be doing to prepare your body for labor? Women that have natural births typically have shorter labors, higher rates of breastfeeding success, and a quicker postpartum recovery. Not to mention, there's less stress on your baby and the fact that natural birth
A great article for first time moms on what really happens during labor and birth! Find out everything that your family and friends forgot to tell you
Skills you need to prepare for an all natural labor and delivery. Decrease and deal with the pain of labor so that you can have an all natural childbirth.
Wanting to have a successful natural birth isn't too much to ask or plan for. With c-section rates increasing and interventions in hospital births becom...
There is an unexplained joy, and also a bit of nervousness, as you get closer to the due date. You cannot wait to hold the baby in your arms,
You made this baby as a team, now it’s time to birth this baby as a team. One of my favorite things about birth is that it provides partners to rebirth their relationship and come together in a new and profound way. Any partner who is involved with helping his wife birth a baby will be absolutely stunned by her power and grace. To have your husband support you through birth can be extremely healing and even has the capability […]
What does a woman REALLY think while she's in active, natural labor? These were my honest thoughts during labor & delivery of my first child.
Are you looking for tips on how to have a pain free labor and delivery? The 7 P's for Successful Childbirth can help pregnant women to...
You're in the home stretch of your pregnancy and you finally feel ready. It feels good but a little scary, right? Are you wondering if you've actually checked everything off of your to-do lists? Are you really ready? Work through these tips from a labor and delivery nurse. They will remind you of some important
If you're a first-time mom wondering what to expect during labor and delivery, this post is for you! Everything they won't tell you written by a mama of 3!
Inside: Learn how to prevent tearing during childbirth with these 9 tips! A huge fear many pregnant women have, is tearing when they give birth. That’s a sensitive area and the thought of giving birth by itself is daunting, let alone how things will feel if you tear. All pregnant woman want to prevent tearing
An honest account of what to expect during childbirth because all first time moms want to know what really happens during labor and delivery.
At Expecting and Empowered, we want every woman to feel empowered and encouraged. We realize that each expecting mama will have a different journey to meeting her baby and each baby has a unique entrance into the world. We're going to tell the stories of so many women on this blog and we couldn't
If you're a new mom trying to figure out what to expect during labor and delivery, here is some honest labor tips to help out first time moms.
Relieve labor pain if you’re a first-time mom. Maybe you’ve heard horror stories. Maybe you’ve watched too many ‘real life’ birth reality shows. Or maybe you’re just doubting your own strength. If you’re freaking out about the pain of giving childbirth for the first time, you’re in the right place. I’ve rounded up 10 life-saving […]
A labor and delivery nurse shares her tips for inducing labor at home naturally!
Waiting to go into labor with your first baby can be downright terrifying. You have no real idea what to expect, but you've heard about 462 birth stories that all have one general theme - PAIN.
It's likely you have many questions about giving birth to twins. Here are your answers to what twin labor and delivery is ACTUALLY like!
The birth of a grandchild brings pure joy into the lives of grandparents! We will provide advice and suggestions on how to determine your role in the birth.
Let's learn the ways to track ovulation and lots of other TTC tips. Timing is EVERYTHING when it comes to getting pregnant. This will help!
Coping with labor pain may seem daunting, but here are several ways to ease the process via massage, counter pressure, aromatherapy and more!
What are the signs labor is 24-48 hours away? If you're at the end of your pregnancy you might be wondering how to tell when labor is only hours away!
By the time you reach your third trimester you have probably read countless articles about kegels and hospital bags. And about water births vs squatting births, and about how imperative it is that you try different positions during labor. And you are maybe even feeling a little overwhelmed by it all.
Many women are really scared of childbirth and I don't blame them, it can be brutal. There are some ways you can make the pain worse though and you need to avoid them....
As your your due date is coming nearer, you can do some exercises to induce labor naturally. Know about the exercises that might help have a smooth delivery.
The ring of fire happens during birth. As baby's head begins to crown your vagina will stretch. It's very painful but you can avoid it with a few tips!
What are the signs labor is 24-48 hours away? If you're at the end of your pregnancy you might be wondering how to tell when labor is only hours away!
What I learned from having three epidurals. Getting an epidural is a very personal decision. Whether your'e trying to decide if you want one or you already know you do, these tips will help you during childbirth!
Relieve labor pain if you’re a first-time mom. Maybe you’ve heard horror stories. Maybe you’ve watched too many ‘real life’ birth reality shows. Or maybe you’re just doubting your own strength. If you’re freaking out about the pain of giving childbirth for the first time, you’re in the right place. I’ve rounded up 10 life-saving […]
What does a contraction feel like? We’ll talk about what watch for in labor pains. How to know if they are just Braxton Hicks, and how to time them. Ok, so why do I know about contractions? Hi, I’m Hilary — many people know me as The Pregnancy Nurse 👩⚕️. I have been a nurseContinue Reading
Do you know the difference between braxton hicks snd real contractions?! If you're expecting, you'll want to make sure you know their key differences!
Labor and Delivery — the main action happens at delivery and it is a busy time! Let’s talk about what happens AT delivery and after delivery — so you can know a little bit what to expect when your baby is born! Right before the delivery of your baby, there are ton of things yourContinue Reading
Medical bills are no joke! Let me share with you our own experience of how to dispute a hospital bill + negotiating medical bills, and why you need to be doing this. When I ran across
Did you know that there are 4 stages of labor? Each stage gets you closer to childbirth and meeting your babe. Learn what to expect during each stage of labor
Know the signs and symptoms that labor is 24-48 hours away so that you can prepare and be ready for when labor stars in your third trimester.
Skills you need to prepare for an all natural labor and delivery. Decrease and deal with the pain of labor so that you can have an all natural childbirth.
Here are a few ways you can tell if you are truly in labor or simply having signs of false labor....The location of the contractions....movement will change contraction intensity
Have no fear, I compiled the ultimate list of things you need to do so that your home is ship shape before the baby comes!
Waiting to go into labor with your first baby can be downright terrifying. You have no real idea what to expect, but you've heard about 462 birth stories that all have one general theme - PAIN.
As your your due date is coming nearer, you can do some exercises to induce labor naturally. Know about the exercises that might help have a smooth delivery.
Learn about the best labor and birthing positions to get baby in the right position for birth and help you stay as comfortable as possible through delivery.
Want to have an unmedicated birth without an epidural? Ease your worries and give you tips to help you have the birth you want.
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if you are pregnant, you are likely wondering, what does a contraction feel like? The answer may just surprise you. Find out here.
Relieve labor pain if you’re a first-time mom. Maybe you’ve heard horror stories. Maybe you’ve watched too many ‘real life’ birth reality shows. Or maybe you’re just doubting your own strength. If you’re freaking out about the pain of giving childbirth for the first time, you’re in the right place. I’ve rounded up 10 life-saving […]