Labour and delivery

This pregnant firefighter rescued a car crash victim while fully in labour

This pregnant firefighter rescued a car crash victim while fully in labour

Justin Lam

There's an epidural shortage in Canada—but there are lots of other ways to manage labour pain

There's an epidural shortage in Canada—but there are lots of other ways to manage labour pain

If you were hoping for an epidural, it's time to ask your doc if your labour will be affected by the shortage and choose a different way to manage the pain.

Celeste Percy-Beauregard

Everything you need to know about hypnobirthing

Everything you need to know about hypnobirthing

Hypnobirthing is a relaxation technique that may help reduce pain and anxiety during labour. How does it work and is there any science to support it?

Cara Rosenbloom

This mom had a roadside birth and drove home with the baby still attached!

This mom had a roadside birth and drove home with the baby still attached!

The mom of six was expecting an 8-hour home birth, but was blindsided while running errands in her car.

Lidia Likhodi

This Encanto star recorded her song while she was already in labour!

This Encanto star recorded her song while she was already in labour!

Sara Romano

Does childbirth hurt more for redheads?

Does childbirth hurt more for redheads?

Research on redheads and pain shows that they may react differently to pain meds, but experts say there’s no need to worry about your labour.

Tamar Satov

VBACs aren’t as risky as you might think

VBACs aren’t as risky as you might think

Though VBACs have been on the decline, there's evidence that they can lead to better outcomes for mom and baby. Here's what you need to know.

Vanessa Milne

This Toronto doc delivered a baby mid-flight and got the sweetest surprise from the mother

This Toronto doc delivered a baby mid-flight and got the sweetest surprise from the mother

Sara Romano

Should you ask to be induced at 39 weeks pregnant?

Should you ask to be induced at 39 weeks pregnant?

A groundbreaking study shows that inducing labour at 39 weeks is better for mom and baby—but the debate is far from settled.

Claire Sibonney

10 ways to be an awesome birthing partner

10 ways to be an awesome birthing partner

From going to prenatal classes to packing snacks, these tips will help you prepare to be the best labour partner ever—though she may still swear at you.

Today's Parent

Is getting rid of hospital nurseries unfair to new moms?

Is getting rid of hospital nurseries unfair to new moms?

"Rooming in" with your newborn is supposed to encourage breastfeeding, but it can also jeopardize maternal mental health.

Vanessa Milne

This woman found out she was pregnant—while giving birth on a flight to Hawaii

This woman found out she was pregnant—while giving birth on a flight to Hawaii

Arisa Valyear

The NICU didn't just save my son—it saved his terrified parents, too

The NICU didn't just save my son—it saved his terrified parents, too

I feared having a baby in the NICU, but instead I found peace of mind amid the wires and monitors.

Lorraine Allen

I survived labour as a Black woman—and I believe my Black nurse played a huge role

I survived labour as a Black woman—and I believe my Black nurse played a huge role

My baby and I already had a higher chance of dying during delivery, but when my fear turned to panic, only one person in the room could help: the one who looked like me.

Alicia Lue

Why you should have a birth plan—even if nothing goes to plan

Why you should have a birth plan—even if nothing goes to plan

Risa Kerslake

6 things to never say to an overdue pregnant person

6 things to never say to an overdue pregnant person

An overdue pregnancy can be super challenging for expecting moms. Don't make it worse by saying one of these things to an overdue friend.

Hilary Hoogsteen

A letter to my premature son

A letter to my premature son

Kaylen Dillon

Guide to labour induction: What to expect if you're getting induced

Guide to labour induction: What to expect if you're getting induced

If your midwife or OB has recommended inducing your labour, there are several different induction methods and terms you should know about.

Bonnie Schiedel

These Are What the Stages of Labour Are REALLY Like, According to Two Doulas Who've Seen it All

These Are What the Stages of Labour Are REALLY Like, According to Two Doulas Who've Seen it All

From the very first contractions to the five (yes, five!) different stages of pushing, this is what you can expect as your labour progresses.

Natalia Hailes

7 Things You Need to Know About Your Second Pregnancy

7 Things You Need to Know About Your Second Pregnancy

Does it really get easier each time? Here’s what to expect during your second pregnancy, including if your labour will really be shorter.

Kate Winn

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