The start of labor feels different for every woman. The length of labor varies, too. If this is your first baby, you can expect your labor to last about 12 to 20 hours. Labor for a second or later child is often shorter and easier.
Amniocentesis is a test that can help answer questions about your baby’s health. But not every woman needs to have this test. Watch and see how an amniocentesis is done and find out if it’s the right test for you.
Watch this video to learn about the common symptoms of the third trimester of pregnancy including trouble sleeping, shortness of breath, hemorrhoids, and lower back pain.
Pregnancy and Childbirth: Fetal Growth Restriction
With fetal growth restriction, the growing baby (fetus) is smaller than normal. This means the baby is not growing at a normal rate. Read on to learn about causes, diagnosis, and treatment.