Guiding You Through the Maze of Options for Your Childbirth

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Are you lost when it comes to all there is to know about labor and childbirth? Do you know what your options are?

Women love to share their birth stories. I guess it's just a mom thing. I can't count how many women I've talked to who weren't happy with their birth experiences. Most of them didn't really know they had options. They felt their birth "had" to be that way.

There are an awful lot of opinions, myths...confusion!

That's what led me to create this site...

I want you to be able to make your own educated decisons.

I'll walk with you, empowering you to decide for yourself what your "ideal birth experience" is.

Maybe you're planning a natural, vaginal childbirth. Maybe you think that's crazy and you want all the pain relief you can get. Either way, explore your options here.

So, What Type of Info Will You Find Here?

Not a whole bunch of opinions and rumors! You'll find evidence-based information on things like:

• Pain relief options for labor

• Choosing a Care Provider (obstetrician vs midwife - what's the difference, anyway?)

• Creating a birth plan for the type of labor and delivery you're hoping for

• Inducing labor- why and how?

• Common procedures during childbirth

• Choosing where to have your baby

Here you can explore all your options. Decide what you feel is best as you welcome your new baby into the world!

I understand where you are. I know how hard it can be to figure it all out.

I'm here to help you cut through the noise. Then you can make your own decisions based on facts, not on fear or misconception.

So come on in. Let me help you through the maze of options available to you!

Note: Check back often! This site is a constant work in progress. I'm always adding new content!


Table of Contents




Formulating a Birth Plan With All the Details
You have a lot of decisions to make between now and when your baby is born. Save yourself uncertainty later, and make your ideal birth plan now.

Inducing Labor - Why and How?
Inducing labor seems to be on nearly every pregnant woman's mind. Learn the pros and cons, and all of your options for labor induction.

Natural Ways to Induce Labor
Explore several natural ways to induce labor naturally. These can be tried as an alternative to more invasive medical inductions.

Early Labor Signs - What to Look For
How do you know if you're going into labor? These early labor signs should help you know if it's the real deal.

The Three Stages of Labor Explained
Wondering what happens during the three stages of labor? Here's a guideline of what to expect.

Options for Relieving Labor Pains
Dare I say labor pains are the most feared aspect of childbirth? What are your options for dealing with the pain? Read about both medical and natural pain relief here.

Common Procedures During Hospital Birth
Planning a hospital birth? Learn about the common procedures during birth so you can make educated decisions for you and your baby.

Are Home Births A Good Idea?
Home Births -Are they crazy, or worth considering? Explore whether or not homebirth is an option that suits you.

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Your Birth Questions
Have a question you can't find an answer to here? Ask me your birth questions and get an answer.

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