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… Practicing breathing techniques for labour Last updated August 11, 2013 Certain kinds of breathing can help you feel more relaxed during labour. Here are some techniques you can practice well ahead … pushes (bearing down) increase as the baby moves down the birth canal You may push down with some short breath holding …
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… Packing for a birth in the hospital Last updated August 11, 2013 If you're … and personal storage space is limited. Place your specific labour items at the top of your bag or in a separate container. Along with items for labour, pack your personal belongings and items for your …
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… Fetal Monitoring During Labour On this page: Overview Overview What is fetal monitoring during labour? Fetal heart monitoring is a way to check the heart … intermittent monitoring. You can put your wishes in your birth plan. This is a list of what you would like to have …
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… Making a Birth Plan On this page: Overview … measures you want to try. Think breathing techniques, labouring in water, or trying different positions. Include … you and your baby are healthy and safe. Labour and Delivery My Birth Plan Pregnancy: Choosing a …
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… Breastfeeding as Birth Control On this page: Overview … Birth Control Breastfeeding Labour and Delivery Citations Kennedy KI, Trussel … Birth Control Breastfeeding Labour and Delivery Citations Kennedy KI, Trussel …
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… Birth Control for Teens On this page: Overview Your Choices How to Decide How to Get Birth Control Myth or Truth? Overview Birth control is any method used to prevent pregnancy. If …
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… Birth Defects Testing On this page: Health … About Testing What are birth defects tests? Birth defects tests are done during pregnancy to look for …
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… Spermicide for Birth Control On this page: Overview Overview Spermicide is … used alone but it is usually used with a barrier method of birth control, such as a male condom. How well does it work? … use it on its own, it is still better than not using any birth control. In the first year of use: When spermicide is …
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… Diaphragm for Birth Control On this page: Overview … or medicines you take. Your doctor can help you choose the birth control method that is right for you. What are the advantages of using a diaphragm for birth control? The diaphragm doesn't use hormones. So you …
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… Childbirth: Labouring in Water and Water Delivery On this page: Overview Overview Labouring in water Some hospitals and birthing centres offer tubs or whirlpools for labour. If …
