This video explains why it's worthwhile go full term, maintaining the pregnancy as close to 40 weeks as possible. It outlines the risks of failed inductions prior to full term and explains valid reasons why a medically-indicated induction or C-sections prior to 40 weeks might be necessary. The program also will show how staying active builds stamina for the expectant mother to maintain the pregnancy to full term and it will illustrate the benefits that yoga offers to help manage stress during pregnancy.
Learn some of the benefits of breastfeeding your newborn, how to properly hold her and attach her to your breast.
Once you reach your third trimester of pregnancy, it's time to start planning for your baby's birth. Whether you intend to go with conventional or natural childbirth, it's important to familiarize yourself with methods of pain management during labor and delivery. A class offered by your provider, hospital, or birth center can educate you about your options, as can instruction from a childbirth educator or a doula.
Every woman's labor is different, even from one pregnancy to the next. Labor may be prolonged or relatively short. Nevertheless, understanding the three stages of labor and what to expect in each can help you be prepared.
