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Treatment Overview An epidural for childbirth, called an "epidural" for short, is a tiny tube that puts pain medicine directly into the area in your back around your spinal cord. This area is called …
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… find out your due date, to examinations and tests during each trimester, to labour and … in Childbirth Nutrition During Pregnancy Obesity and Pregnancy Obstetric Panel Oxytocin … section Make a Wise Decision Breastfeeding: Should I Breastfeed My Baby? Depression: …
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… Overview Your pain relief choices for childbirth may include … focused breathing are some of the non-medical options. Some people choose to use both kinds …
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… Effects Spinal anesthesia (spinal block) for childbirth may cause side effects. These may … disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means that you …
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… before delivery because they can slow the baby's breathing. Side effects The most common … a newborn's breathing. They can also make the baby sleepy and less interested in … before delivery because they can slow the baby's breathing. Side effects The most common …
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Overview Labouring in water Some hospitals and birthing centres offer tubs or whirlpools for labour. If yours does, talk to your doctor or midwife about labouring in water. The warm water supports …
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Topic Overview What is postpartum? During the first weeks after giving birth, your body begins to heal and adjust to not being pregnant. This is called postpartum (or the postpartum period). Your …
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… of: November 9, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Kathleen Romito MD - Family … of: November 9, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Kathleen Romito MD - Family … of: November 9, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Kathleen Romito MD - Family …
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… techniques you plan to use. Depending on your health and how your labour goes, some methods … Current as of: November 9, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Heather Quinn … Current as of: November 9, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Heather Quinn …
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… first few days after childbirth. They may cause some discomfort. But afterpains help … triggers the release of oxytocin, which causes the uterus to contract. The pains usually … disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this …
