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Episiotomies
Giving birth
I tore my clitoris giving birth
“I remember looking at her and thinking, what?! I didn’t know you could tear that.”
Today's Parent
4 minutes
Giving birth
Why did no one tell me that epidurals don't always work?
My birth plan included an epidural. But after two tries, it didn’t work and I went through 18 hours of excruciating labour and an episiotomy without one.
Jaimie Seaton
5 minutes
Giving birth
How to prevent tearing during delivery
It’s pretty common to experience perineal tearing while in labour. Here’s what you can do to reduce your risk or help it heal.
Karen Robock
4 minutes
Giving birth
What you should know about episiotomies
While no longer routine, episiotomies are still a possibility in the delivery room.
Dory Cerny
4 minutes
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