Interventions and Tools Preparing for Birth

Birth Interventions Overview

Overview An intervention is any action taken to alter the course of your labor or birth. Modern…

Postpartum Start Here

Vaginal Tears and Episiotomy: Prevention and Healing

Overview When your skin is stretching during birth, it can tear. It is common for first-time mothers…

Birth Plan and Preparing for Birth Preparing for Birth

Perineal Massage to Prevent Tearing

Overview Your perineum is the area between your vaginal opening and your rectum. This area stretches during…

Birth Recovery Postpartum

Postpartum Healing Pads (Padsicles)

Overview It is common to have some discomfort in your vaginal area and perineum after having a…