What can YOU do as a patient when labor isn't progressing? Take these seven tips from a labor nurse to make YOUR labor progress faster!| The Pregnancy Nurse®
There is a lot of talk about wireless monitors for labor. Today I want to talk about the differences, how they are used and what to expect from them in labor. I’m also going to give you some tips in case a wired monitor is how it works for you in labor. I actually recommend … The post What You Need to Know About Wired vs Wireless Monitors in Labor appeared first on The Pregnancy Nurse®.| The Pregnancy Nurse®
Bringing new life into the world is an experience that can be filled with anticipation, excitement, and sometimes, anxiety. While much about labor and delivery is out of our control, there are some common, preventable mistakes that can greatly impact your experience in the labor room (and more especially how you feel about it afterwards). …| The Pregnancy Nurse®
You’re mulling over getting an epidural and you’d like more info? Well, I’m thrilled that you’re here. I’m excited to share some of the BEST tips on the internet about epidurals including some that no one talks about. As a labor nurse for 20 years I definitely saw epidurals used right, and WRONG. I think …| The Pregnancy Nurse®
I am a huge fan of movement during birth. In fact, it’s one of my 3 proven secrets. However, you may feel, with an epidural, that you can’t use movement to your benefit — but that’s not true at all. Today I’m going to share 3 easy tips to using movement during labor even with …| The Pregnancy Nurse®
I often hear people wanting to know how to have a “natural” birth at the hospital. It’s important to know that “natural labor” or natural childbirth looks different for everyone. Some people prefer the terms holistic of physiologic birth. Either way, this article is going to help you clarify what that means for YOU and …| The Pregnancy Nurse®
You know that labor involves contractions, but how exactly does that baby get from the inside of your body outside of you? This post is going to help you know what happens once you’re fully dilated — how to push your baby out, how your body manages it (along with some helpful studies)…. I hope …| The Pregnancy Nurse®
Countless studies show that a birth class can change everything in your first steps into parenthood. But, what does that actually mean for people? Tangible ways in which a birth class changed people’s birth. Let’s talk with some couples that felt they did a few things to make their birth better. Be sure to save …| The Pregnancy Nurse®
You may think that the things that cause the most trauma are the kinds you see on TV or the news, but that truly isn’t the case. Today I’m going to talk about what people find traumatic in L&D and how to make changes. I am a big believer that while a lot of this …| The Pregnancy Nurse®
Have you ever heard that if you go looking for trouble, you’ll find it? Studies show that is also true in fetal heart monitoring. Continuous fetal heart monitoring, while the standard of care most often in the US, has been shown to be problematic, especially in low-risk cases. In this article I’m going to share …| The Pregnancy Nurse®
The saline lock (formerly known as a hep lock) is an under-utilized tool in labor that can allow you the safety of having an IV with it’s less-restrictive nature. It’s something you may be able to consider! FYI — A saline lock might be something you put on your birth plan. BUT, make sure you’re …| The Pregnancy Nurse®
If your provider wants to break your water when you're in labor -- do you let them? Some things to think about before you allow it (because it's up to you).| The Pregnancy Nurse®
The urinary catheter is given for a variety of reasons during labor. Can you refuse it though? What happens if you do? Today we’re going to talk about WHY you might need one, and why you might want to refuse it — or what other options you could have. Before we get going — do …| The Pregnancy Nurse®
Maybe you have a planned c-section or you’re just wondering what you might need to change into if you have a c-section? I’m here to give you the skinny on what you CAN and can NOT wear for a c-section — and what to consider about your own “outfit” choices. BUT before we get too …| The Pregnancy Nurse®
You’re hoping to get an epidural while you’re in labor — but how far “along” do you need to be to get one? Today I’m going to share the two MOST important things you need to get an epidural and how far along has proven to be the best! This is part of my Complete …| The Pregnancy Nurse®