Labor starts when your body and your baby send signals that it's time for birth. Hormones play a big role in preparing your body for labor, including softening the cervix. Common signs of labor ...

The early stages of labor can be filled with a range of emotions for expecting mothers including pain and uncertainty. Preparing yourself for the unexpected — to the best of your ability — and ...

Bringing new life into the world is filled with anticipation and questions. Among the many signs that labour is near, the bloody show often creates curiosity and concern. Knowing that this is a ...

If your contractions come regularly every 5 to 10 minutes, it's time to call your doctor. Watch for signs like your water breaking or bloody vaginal discharge, which indicate labor might be starting.

Motherhood is an incredible journey, and your body starts preparing for it well before labour actually begins. While there are some common signs, many are gentle and easily overlooked. Being aware of ...

After months of anticipation, your baby's due date is near. Here's what you can expect from the start of labor until the first days and weeks with your new baby. No one can predict with certainty when ...

Delivering a baby is hard work. Aptly named labor, the process before childbirth can be physically and emotionally taxing — and even painful. While no two patients experience labor and delivery ...