Interventions and Tools Preparing for Birth

Placenta Encapsulation & the CDC

Overview Your placenta plays a significant role in secreting hormones that are crucial for your baby.  This…

Interventions and Tools Preparing for Birth

Using a TENS Machine During Labor

Overview A TENS device is a small handheld device with wires coming out of it attached to…

Interventions and Tools Preparing for Birth

Misoprostol (Cytotec)

Overview Prostaglandins are used in labor induction and help to ripen your cervix, meaning they cause it…

Interventions and Tools Preparing for Birth

IV Fluids and Drinking During Labor

Overview It is essential to stay hydrated during your labor and birth, and if you are dehydrated,…

Interventions and Tools Preparing for Birth

Fentanyl

Overview Fentanyl is an opiate that can decrease the intensity of contractions but will not numb the…

Interventions and Tools Preparing for Birth

Pudendal Nerve Block

Overview A pudendal nerve block is an injection of an anesthetic that works to block the pudendal…

Interventions and Tools Preparing for Birth

Induction

Overview Rupturing the membranes refers to breaking your water, also known as an amniotomy, which is one…

Interventions and Tools Preparing for Birth

Natural Hospital Birth

Overview If you want to have a natural birth, that does not mean that you have to…

Interventions and Tools Preparing for Birth

Hypnobirthing

Overview Hypnobirthing is a practice that uses calming and relaxation techniques to create a calm, positive birth…