Childbirth depends not just on hormones, but on the uterus’s ability to sense physical force. Scientists found that pressure ...

Moving around and staying active during labor can help it progress faster. Simple techniques like breast stimulation can naturally encourage labor contractions. Medical interventions are sometimes ...

If your contractions come regularly every 5 to 10 minutes, it's time to call your doctor. Watch for signs like your water breaking or bloody vaginal discharge, which indicate labor might be starting.

The early stages of labor can be filled with a range of emotions for expecting mothers including pain and uncertainty. Preparing yourself for the unexpected — to the best of your ability — and ...