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Ways labor might begin

Stages of labor

Cervical dilation and effacement

Optimal fetal positioning

Timing contractions

When to go to the hospital/birthing center

General triage procedures when checking in to the birth location

Evidence based care vs. hospital protocols

Preparing a birth plan

Communicating with medical staff

Pain vs. suffering

Sources of unnecessary pain in labor

Creating a positive birth environment

Labor support (partner, doula, family member, friend)

Breathing techniques

Movement and positions for labor

Hydrotherapy

Hot and cold therapy

Touch and massage

Acupressure

Aromatherapy

Tips for partners

"Natural" induction

Medical induction

Bishop score

Common medical interventions

Fetal monitoring

Augmentation (Pitocin)

Epidural

Other pain medications used in labor

Urge to push

Positions for pushing

Episiotomy

Assisted vaginal delivery

Cesarean birth and prevention

Post birth procedures for mom

Placenta

Postpartum care and support

Preparing for labor

Staying low risk in pregnancy

What to include in your hospital bag