Childbirth in A Sentence

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    She died in childbirth about a year later.

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    I never gave a thought to the pain of childbirth, but here I am worried about pain the first time.

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    He might even have married her, after the death of his wife in childbirth in 1345.

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    This intimate relation with women has been held a proof that Hera was originally a moon-goddess, as the moon is often thought to influence childbirth and other aspects of feminine life.

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    Another way in which a demon is held to cause disease is by introducing itself into the patient's body and sucking his blood; the Malays believe that a woman who dies in childbirth becomes a langsuir and sucks the blood of children; victims of the lycanthrope are sometimes said to be done to death in the same way; and it is commonly believed in Africa that the wizard has the power of killing people in this way, probably with the aid of a familiar.

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    Amulets and ornaments in the form of the figure or mask of Bes are common after the New Kingdom; he is often associated with children and with childbirth and is figured in the "birth-houses" devoted to the cult of the child-god.

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    The purport, then, of ablutions is to remove, not dust and dirt, but the - to us imaginary - stains contracted by contact with the dead, with childbirth, with menstruous women, with murder whether wilful or involuntary, with almost any form of bloodshed, with persons of inferior caste, with dead animal refuse, e.g.

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    The progress of navigation and the association of divinities of the sky with maritime affairs probably also assisted to bring about the change, although the memory of her earlier function as a goddess of childbirth survived till imperial times.

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    Then follows the chequered period of the prime of life and middle age, during which the liability of men to industrial accidents, war and other causes of special mortality, irrespective of their greater inclination to emigrate, is generally sufficient to outweigh the dangers of childbirth or premature decay among the women, who tend, accordingly, to predominate in number at this stage.

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    When his wife died in childbirth in that year his mother arranged another marriage with the beautiful Sophia Dorothea of Wurttemberg, renamed in Russia Maria Feodorovna.

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    In one version of the story of her birth she is said to have been born a day before Apollo, in order to assist Leto at his birth; women in childbirth invoked her aid, and after delivery offered up their clothes or a lock of hair.

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    The idea of Artemis '.s a virgin goddess, the "queen and huntress, chaste and fair," which obtained great prominence in early times, and seems inconsistent with her association with childbirth, is generally explained as due to her connexion with Apollo, but it is suggested by Farnell that irapOE'os originally meant "unmarried," and that "Apreµcs 7r-ap9Evos may have been originally the goddess of a people who had not yet the advanced Hellenic institutions of settled marriage.

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    Of course, it would be simple to say she died in childbirth.

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    His name Agrippa (aegre partus) was given him through his mother dying in childbirth.

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    Argument Hera presiding over and protecting married life and childbirth.

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    She still wouldn't have the experience of pregnancy or childbirth, but those things might not have been all she thought they would be.

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    Did she actually die in childbirth?

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    If introduced, enterprise liability is widely expected to erode even further the autonomy of midwives and of women in childbirth.

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    Lady Carteret died during childbirth in 1736 and supposedly haunts the corridors looking for her lost love.

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    Others say that women should suffer in childbirth as a divine punishment and not use anesthesia.

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    It helps to regulate menstruation and can be used for after childbirth pain, high blood pressure, traumatic injuries, and chronic appendicitis.

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    This can happen as a result of a burst appendix, childbirth or abdominal surgery.

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    We were amazed that any child would survive childbirth or infancy in these conditions.

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    That way we can maximize the chances of women experiencing normal childbirth.

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    I always thought that I was an " oddity " for having a simple childbirth go sour.

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    It keeps the body supple without straining and can be used to relieve pain in labor and ease childbirth.

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    The purpose of the ritual is to facilitate difficult childbirth.

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    Natural childbirth is not the same as painless childbirth.

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    Run by parents for parents, the National childbirth Trust (NCT) is the largest and best-known childbirth and parenting charity in Europe.

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    I would like to just comment on my lack of experience of normal childbirth.

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    The objective of antenatal care is to optimize the health of the mother and her developing baby and to plan for a safe childbirth.

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    Taking The Leap Unassisted childbirth isn't for everyone.

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    But then in 1853 Queen Victoria insisted on having chloroform during childbirth.

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    Hannah Atkins died in 1842, possibly as a result of childbirth complications.

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    Practitioners of childbirth support include childbirth educators, childbirth assistants and women labor coaches who also provide post-partum home care.

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    In pregnancy and childbirth 72% - 80% of women needed forceps or cesarean section during childbirth.

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    The walls of the vagina have elasticity to facilitate intercourse and childbirth.

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    This amazing 17th century marble Mausoleum was built by the Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his second wife, who died during childbirth.

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    My womb, which did not suffer the pangs of childbirth, is wracked with pain, beholding Thee suffering agony, O Master!

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    The adult female pelvis is shaped to allow childbirth.

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    Mr Hancock spoke on " surgical repair of childbirth injuries in Africa " .

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    Rousseau's father Isaac was a watchmaker; his mother, Suzanne Bernard, was the daughter of a minister; she died in childbirth, and Rousseau, who was the second son, was brought up in a haphazard fashion, his father being dissipated, violenttempered and foolish.

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    Under Hollywood's production code at the time, movies could not include nudity, criminal activity, or offensive language, or depict illegal drug use, venereal disease, or childbirth.

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    Mr Hancock spoke on " Surgical repair of childbirth injuries in Africa ".

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    Joan suffered with rheumatoid arthritis which had developed soon after childbirth in 1961.

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    Childbirth will vary for different women.

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    Childbirth is both physically and emotionally demanding and many women are quite apprehensive about the whole childbirth experience.

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    Even if you know you are going to deliver your baby by Caesarean section, it is important for you to attend some type of childbirth class.

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    While many of these classes prepare women for natural childbirth, there are a lot of other classes that simply prepare women for what will occur as the due date nears and the delivery of their baby begins.

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    Childbirth is a demanding adventure for a pregnant woman both physically and mentally.

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    For a mom who has just experienced childbirth, the stress can certainly be overwhelming.

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    If you've already been through a series of childbirth classes, you may be well aware of the Apgar scale.

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    Parenting is a long road, regardless of whether you became a parent through childbirth or through adoption.

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    Some parents-to-be learn a bit about diaper changing when they attend childbirth education classes.

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    Another reason to invest in specialized nursing bras is because your breasts are much bigger after pregnancy and childbirth than they were before, which increases the need for support and shaping.

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    Some parents are so focused on creating their essential newborn layettes and learning about childbirth that they forget important tools that will help document the momentous occasion.

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    Other cultures have used the pineapple medicinally for everything from inducing childbirth to treating ailments.

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    This relationship is closely watched as fans have learned everything from Scientology to natural childbirth.

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    The Greeks and Romans associated the moon with the goddesses Selene, Phoebe, Artemis, Diana and Hectate for childbirth, fertility and life cycles.

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    Lactation refers to the formation of milk in the breasts during the period following childbirth.

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    Acute pain is self limiting in duration and includes post-operative pain, pain of injury, and childbirth.

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    Childbirth is formally divided by the medical field into three stages.

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    Childbirth is a natural process, and it, too, varies among women.

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    Breathing exercises learned in childbirth classes can help the woman cope with the discomfort experienced during this phase.

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    Childbirth usually begins spontaneously, but it may be started by artificial means if the pregnancy continues past 41 weeks gestation.

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    Many women choose some type of pain relief during childbirth, ranging from relaxation and imagery to drugs.

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    There are several methods available to prepare for childbirth.

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    It became the first popular natural childbirth method in the 1960s.

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    The bacteria can be passed from pregnant women to their newborns during childbirth.

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    They are produced by a tremendous force against the body, either from an internal source as in childbirth, or from an external source like a punch.

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    This belief is supported by the fact that the times following childbirth and menopause are also associated with both depression and low estrogen levels.

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    Virginia Apgar specialized in anesthesiology and childbirth.

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    She can ask what his/her rate is and verify it by checking with the labor and delivery nurses at the hospital or with a childbirth educator.

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    Doula-A doula is someone who undergoes special training to enable them to support women during childbirth and into the postpartum period.

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    Postpartal-The six-week period following childbirth.

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    Many family care physicians recommend warm-water therapeutic baths as a way to relieve labor pains during childbirth without administering drugs.

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    If mothers have HBV in their blood, they can give hepatitis B to their baby during childbirth.

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    Anemia can be the result of injuries, chronic or acute illnesses, complications of surgery or childbirth, metabolic disturbances or deficiencies, and adverse response to drug therapy administered for other conditions.

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    Acute blood loss may occur as a result of injury, a ruptured blood vessel, or a complication of surgery or childbirth.

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    Surgery may be necessary to correct blood losses caused by injury or hemorrhage (nose bleeds, aneurysm, cerebral hemorrhage, bleeding ulcer) or childbirth.

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    Some factor XI deficiencies may result in bleeding long after an injury, and some women experience prolonged bleeding after childbirth.

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    As of 2004 there was no one test or group of tests that can reliably diagnose DIC because it is a clinical event that occurs without warning, arising from another event such as surgery, childbirth, snakebite, and certain disease conditions.

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    The goals of the visits are to improve the outcome in childbirth, promote the child's health and development, and aid in increasing the family's financial self-sufficiency.

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    Dr. Frederick Leboyer, a French physician who advocated natural childbirth, supported the interest in infant massage with the publication of his photojournalistic book on the Indian art of baby massage.

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    Transmission of many perinatal infections occurs during childbirth, particularly in cases when invasive techniques such as episiotomy or artificial rupture of membranes are employed.

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    The rate of transmission of genital herpes during pregnancy is one to two out of every 2,000 pregnancies; the rate of transmission during childbirth changes to one out of every 2,000 to 5,000 live births.

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    Pregnant women who exhibit symptoms of infection should contact their healthcare provider to determine if the infection can be passed vertically to the child during pregnancy, childbirth, and/or breastfeeding.

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    In some cases, the method of childbirth may impact the chance of passing an infection from mother to child.

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    When a full-term baby becomes infected with Listeria during childbirth, that situation is called late-onset disease.

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    She teaches a program called HypnoBirthing, which involves the use of hypnosis for childbirth.

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    This will make your pregnancy and childbirth a little easier.

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    Childbirth can be intimidating and there's a lot to prepare for, but there are also a lot of ways to get ready for the big event.

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    The first step in preparing for childbirth is deciding who you want as your care provider.

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    You should also decide what kind of childbirth do you want.

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    Do you want a natural childbirth, an epidural, or a cesarean?

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    You'll also learn about comfort measures for childbirth, including breathing techniques, massage techniques, and different positions.

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    You can also hire a private childbirth educator to come to your home.

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    Many women don't really care about the kind of pregnancy childbirth they have--all they care about is meeting and holding their baby.

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    But, the decisions you make during childbirth affect your baby.

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    Being well supported, making good decisions, learning about the birthing process, and trusting in your own power can help you avoid a difficult childbirth.

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    The Internet, books, and childbirth classes provide great places for information.

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    A childbirth class is also a great place to receive pregnancy and birth information.

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    You can also look into hiring a private childbirth educator to come to your home.

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    You should always check with your care provider if you have any questions about what's safe during pregnancy and childbirth.

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    As you get closer to your baby's birth, your care provider may be encouraging you to take a childbirth class such as Lamaze.

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    This is is one of the most popular and well-known options for childbirth classes.

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    Childbirth classes are designed to teach expectant parents about labor and childbirth.

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    Couples that take childbirth classes are more prepared for childbirth and report a better experience than couples who do not take childbirth classes.

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    Classes such as Bradley and Hypnobirthing teach parents the natural side of childbirth and how to get through it with as few interventions as possible.

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    The Lamaze childbirth method was started by Dr. Ferdinand Lamaze and has been helping families have a natural childbirth since the 1950s.

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    According to the Lamaze International website, "any intervention in [childbirth] no matter how harmless it may seem, may disrupt the precise hormonal shifts and create problems that must be 'managed' with medical expertise and equipment."

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    Lamaze childbirth classes teach about evidence-based care.

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    Evidence-based care supports natural childbirth, since even routine interventions cause more complications than they solve or prevent.

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    These classes help you make informed decisions during childbirth.

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    Most laboring women need other comfort techniques such as aromatherapy, massage, birthing ball use, position changes, hot/cold therapy, hydrotherapy, hypnosis/meditation/imagery, or even acupressure to help with childbirth.

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    Instructors no longer expect women to have a natural childbirth using only breathing techniques.

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    Short-term disability insurance is meant to cover your salary, or a portion of it, when you are unable to work due to illness, injury, or childbirth.

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    Childbirth pictures are a must for avid scrapbookers, photo fanatics, and for sharing the experience with absentee fathers.

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    A positive childbirth experience does not just happen.

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    The first question you must ask is who will take the childbirth pictures.

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    For the very best pictures, hire someone with experience in taking childbirth photos.

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    Childbirth class instructors, obstetrics personnel, and Internet searches can provide you with referrals.

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    Professional childbirth photographers are familiar with working around medical staff to get the best shots without interfering with the birthing process.

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    You should be at ease with whomever you choose to take the childbirth pictures, and he should be prepared for the procedure.

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    To this end, it wise for the photographer to take a tour of labor and delivery facilities at the hospital and to attend childbirth classes with you.

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    You or the photograph should also check with the hospital ahead of time regarding their policies on childbirth photograph.

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    It is important for you to discuss with the photographer exactly how much of the childbirth experience you want captured, including any specific pictures you would like taken.

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    For example, you may want to ensure the childbirth pictures include a shot of your husband cutting the umbilical cord or you may want to get the baby's head crowning on film.

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    Taking childbirth pictures is not as easy as it sounds.

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    A childbirth photographer must shoot around the medical staff and capture the best shots without warning.

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    Being pregnant inevitably leads to other women sharing their labor and childbirth stories.

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    Many of these stories are meant to be a bonding experience but sound more like horror stories that are meant to scare you into a perpetual state of pregnancy rather than ever experiencing the miracle of childbirth.

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    The thing to remember about these shared stories is that your childbirth experience will be unique.

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    Fortunately, only a small percentage of all pregnant women will experience labor and childbirth complications.

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    Read the stories and realize that even in the best of circumstances problems occur, then sit back and be all the more thankful when your childbirth goes off without a hitch.

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    There is nothing more likely to create a feminine bonding experience than talking about childbirth.

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    If you are Choosing Where to Give Birth, reading birth stories can give you the personal feedback that you may need to distinguish whether Water Birth , Home Birth, Natural Childbirth, Lamaze, or Doulas is the right answer for you.

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    Depending on the length of that waiting period, that could mean paying for the cost of childbirth out of your own pocket.

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    Many mothers include natural childbirth as part of their pregnancy planning.

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    In many cases, minimal medical intervention is required, allowing mothers to experience natural childbirth.

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    BabyCenter defines natural childbirth as the process of giving birth with minimal medical intervention.

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    Ultimately, it's up to you which elements of natural childbirth you would like to include in your birthing plan.

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    All of the common medical interventions involved with childbirth carry side effects and health risks for you and your baby.

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    There's also the philosophy that the pain or discomfort of childbirth has a purpose.

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    Many women describe natural childbirth as the most enlightening, powerful, and wonderful experience of their lives.

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    Is it more important you have natural childbirth or some level of control over the date the baby is born?

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    Under what circumstances are you willing to change your natural childbirth plans?

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    Once you have clarified your desires regarding natural childbirth, you can begin to take the necessary steps to put your plan in action.

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    Many methods are available for natural childbirth.

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    The choice of a natural childbirth is a personal one and not for everyone.

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    Natural childbirth takes a lot of work to succeed, but the experience for you and your baby may be worth it.

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    However, only time will tell if she agrees to Scientology's practice of a drug-free, completely silent childbirth.

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    In a New York Times editorial, Brooke responded by saying Tom displayed an "utter lack of understanding about postpartum depression and childbirth in general."

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    Childbirth picture featuring a newborn daughter and proud mom.

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    When childbirth ends, life on the outside begins for a newborn baby.

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    While childbirth and delivery are natural processes, they can also be very stressful, especially to an infant.

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    So you could say that Mom's first experience with childbirth was less than encouraging.

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    This time, I took a childbirth preparation class at the local hospital.

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    I had read Birth Without Violence -- a book about natural, gentle childbirth by Frederick Leboyer.

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    It improves flexibility, reduces stress, increases your stamina, and teaches you relaxation techniques that can help you cope with the pain of childbirth.

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    Anesthesia in childbirth includes epidurals, spinal blocks, and intradermal water blocks.

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    Anesthsia is a popular choice for controlling pain in childbirth.

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    Unlike narcotics and other pain relief medications used in childbirth, anesthetics do not affect your mental state.

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    This procedure is very popular for women hoping for a natural childbirth who need a little bit of help with back labor.

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    Epidurals provide good pain relief for childbirth without impairing mental awareness.

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    Childbirth is complicated and you cannot plan your birth perfectly.

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    If you are afraid of labor and childbirth, you may want to explore these feelings.

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    What is it about childbirth that frightens you?

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    What stories have you heard about childbirth?

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    Have you ever heard a positive story about childbirth?

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    Every woman is nervous and afraid when going into childbirth.

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    Finally, try to read books about positive birth experiences such as Ina May's Guide to Childbirth by Ina May Gaskin or Birthing from Within by Pam England.

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    Pregnancy yoga helps keep you healthy during your pregnancy while preparing your body for childbirth.

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    Researchers at the University of California in San Francisco believe a mother needs 24-35 months between births to replenish the nutrients lost during pregnancy and recover from the physical stress of childbirth.

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    Your doctor can help you find childbirth classes, where you'll meet other future moms and learn about what to expect.

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    Tales from the Delivery Room by Larry Bleidner and Irene Zutell is one of those unusual gifts for moms who are leery of the pain caused by childbirth.

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    It brings with it all kinds of exciting possibilities, such as labor, childbirth, vaginal birth, and C-sections.

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    The mind category offers a wide range of materials to challenge and expand your knowledge on pregnancy, childbirth, fatherhood, motherhood, and other issues important to new parents and parents-to-be.

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    Focused on dealing with childbirth and pregnancy in a natural manner, this book is a great idea for those parents who want a home birth experience.

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    Even if you do have maternity health insurance, you will still be responsible for a portion of the bills for your pregnancy and childbirth.

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    This section will help you make informed decisions regarding how to select a healthcare provider, whether to breast or bottle feed, prenatal testing options, pain relief during childbirth and much more.

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    Zen Mama is a 52-minute DVD that guides moms-to-be through a series of relaxing poses that also prepare them for childbirth.

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    Prenatal classes, also known as childbirth classes, provide a lot of valuable information for expectant parents, especially if this is your first pregnancy.

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    Lamaze encourages women to work through the pain of childbirth using these methods, but it doesn't preclude the use of medication.

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    Also known as natural childbirth, practitioners believe that a woman's body instinctively knows how to have a baby.

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    Policies generally also cover childbirth and complications from childbirth.

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    If you plan to start a family, purchasing individual health insurance maternity coverage is worth the extra cost because coverage will pay for expenses related to routine childbirth.

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    Other movement, such as swimming, gentle stretching, or other low-impact exercise can have a similar effect in speeding up or bringing on labor and childbirth.

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    Pregnancy and childbirth can take a toll on a woman's body.

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    Being physically ready for pregnancy and childbirth is important for not only the health of the mother, but for the best outcome for the baby, too.

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    Planning revolves around the expected week of childbirth (EWC).

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    When creating a budget plan for time away from work, it helps to consider the expected week of childbirth.

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    The qualifying week is 15 weeks before the expected week of childbirth.

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    Expecting fathers can benefit from knowing what childbirth is like before they witness the event first-hand.

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    What does childbirth look like in these conditions?

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    Childbirth videos to watch online can help first-time parents by offering a realistic look at what childbirth looks like.

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    New parents can benefit from childbirth videos to watch online because they can help them make decisions about the type of birth they decide to have.

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    Those considering natural childbirth can watch videos specified to this particular topic.

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    Parents.com offers educational videos about childbirth that can be viewed online.

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    Other childbirth videos include Preemie Babies and Umbilical Cord Care among other helpful topics.

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    Nova's special Life's Greatest Miracle is an excellent choice for parents who want to watch any stage of a baby's development, from conception to childbirth.

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    A good strategy for finding childbirth videos to watch online using this resource is to keep the search focused.

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    The site also offers a 3-D animation of childbirth as well.

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    Preparing for childbirth can be overwhelming and technology offers help for people who want to learn as much as possible about the birthing process as they can before labor begins.

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    If you're worried about the pain of childbirth, but are not willing to consider an epidural or other medical interventions, acupressure may be an alternative to consider.

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    Childbirth Solutions has an article describing the location of the various acupressure points that can be used for pain relief during labor.

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    Giving birth photos preserve the memories of one of the principal events in a woman's life--childbirth.

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    While videos and literature are helpful tools for preparing for childbirth, many first time parents and women with older children take classes to learn or refresh their knowledge on childbirth.

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    Participants have the opportunity to express fears and ask questions related to pregnancy, parenthood, and childbirth.

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    Often, childbirth classes use videos to guide you through the birth process, allowing you to witness both vaginal and cesarean births.

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    Even if this is your first pregnancy, your body is instinctively equipped for childbirth.

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    You feel confident that you understand the home birth process through reading, talking with experts, and taking a childbirth preparation class.

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    Luckily, childbirth generally lasts several hours.

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    While the pain may not be desirable for several hours, the length of childbirth gives you and your support team time to get organized and prepared.

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    It is certainly scary to have a very quick and unassisted labor and childbirth, but remind yourself that your child and you, are, according to the statistics, likely to come through the event healthy and happy.

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    Extreme opponents of the choice argue that if complications from a planned unassisted childbirth arise and the baby dies, the mother or parents should be charged with manslaughter.

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    It's true that childbirth is a natural life process, but it's also true that complications can develop during childbirth, even following a healthy and normal pregnancy.

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    Historically, in all regions of the world, childbirth was something that happened at home.

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    Labor and childbirth, even in low-risk pregnancies, are so varied that it's impossible to predict whether or not complications will arise.

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    While testing in pregnancy is not necessarily fun, and waiting for the results can be nerve-wracking, the most common prenatal tests help assure a healthy pregnancy and childbirth.

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    There are many moments during pregnancy and childbirth that the baby's blood may enter the mother's blood stream.

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    Read as much as you can about pregnancy and childbirth so that you are well informed and, any time your experiences seem unusual, it's a good idea to consult your doctor.

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    There are different methods doctors use to complete a tubal ligation and many women opt for postpartum tubal ligation about a day after childbirth.

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    Part 4 of the book covers what women often feel after childbirth.

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    Lamaze is a method of childbirth that was developed by a French obstetrician named Ferdinand Lamaze and has been used in the U.S. for at least 50 years.

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    This method promotes childbirth as a natural and healthy process and offers techniques for women to cope with labor.

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    There are other types of childbirth classes available, but the two most common are Lamaze and Bradley.

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    When making a decision about what type of childbirth class you would like to take, you should understand what your birth philosophy is and what your desires are for your childbirth experience.

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    During the classes, the participants also discuss desired childbirth experiences and how they can work to make their desires a reality.

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    Each class is taught by a Lamaze Certified Childbirth Educator; this educator has undergone hours of childbirth education and also believes in the Lamaze Philosophy of Birth.

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    The costs of childbirth classes vary depending on the part of the country that you live in.

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    Your obstetrician or midwife probably has a list of childbirth classes in your area and may also have some recommendations about specific locations.

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    Lamaze breathing exercises are one of the methods that you can use to manage the pain and discomfort of childbirth.

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    Lamaze is a method of childbirth that emphasizes labor and delivery as a natural life event.

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    This type of breathing style is the one that most people are probably most familiar with from television and movie depictions of Lamaze childbirth.

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    Lamaze began in France in 1951 when Dr. Fernand Lamaze introduced a method of childbirth based on techniques he observed in Russia.

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    With proper childbirth education, they are more than capable of making informed choices regarding their labor and delivery.

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    All of the classes listed in this database are taught by Lamaze Certified Childbirth Educators.

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    If you don't have time to attend a formal class, there are videos and discussion forums online that can provide an overview of some of the key points of this childbirth technique and help to answer the question "What is Lamaze?"

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    The Lamaze method is a popular method of childbirth that teaches the expectant mother and father skills to help them have a better experience during labor and delivery.

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    Dr. Fredinand Lamaze developed a method of visualization, breathing, massage, imagery, movement, and relaxation techniques that help women achieve a natural childbirth.

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    Most doctors recommend first time mothers attend a childbirth or Lamaze class.

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    During the class, you will also learn about all aspects of pregnancy and childbirth.

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    Many television shows and movies depicting childbirth show the laboring mom doing the rhythmical patterned 'hee-hee' breathing taught in Lamaze classes.

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    Many women would like to supplement their mainstream medical care with alternative therapies for pregnancy and childbirth but worry about the safety and efficacy of these therapies.

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    However, most health care providers are familiar with many of the alternative therapies for pregnancy and childbirth and should be able to counsel you on their benefits and drawbacks.

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    The most common alternative therapies used in childbirth are employed to decrease the pain of labor.

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    Certainly the most well studied and well established alternative therapy in childbirth is acupuncture.

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    Research, communication and moderation are key to using alternative therapies for pregnancy and childbirth safely.

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    Family and Friend Poems has several pregnancy and childbirth poems for you to enjoy.

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    Here are some suggestions for songs relating to pregnancy, childbirth, and parenthood.

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    While this technique will not work for all women and it will not work for any woman whose body is not on the verge of childbirth, many women report that this natural induction technique works.

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    For many women, doing this can shorten the time that some women are in labor as well as reduce the experience of pain during the childbirth process.

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    Low income women may qualify for Medicaid to pay for prenatal care, childbirth, and the initial exam of the baby.

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    The one-piece swimsuit will remain popular with designers for as long as women avoid gyms and suffer childbirth, but for the 2007 swimwear season, Dolce & Gabbana is offering a rich array of one-pieces.

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    If you've ever wondered how Brooke regained her bikini figure after childbirth, it probably has a least a little to do with her Baboosh Baby line of products.

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    Many women want to hide their bellies after childbirth due to bulges, stretch marks and wrinkles.

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    If you are an adult, the disease can occur after a significant physical event within the last few months, such as after a surgical procedure, severe emotional distress, pregnancy, viral infection or even childbirth.

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    Childbirth and Parenting Assistance(CAPA) is a free parenting program sponsored by the Catholic Charities of Spokane.

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    A variety of services is available through this program, including childbirth education and preparation classes, parenting support groups, and other parenting education topics.

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    Although some of their children died infancy, this was more to do with the tragic conditions of childbirth at the time.

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    In this particular Bloody Mary myth, Mary will answer questions about the future when she is summoned to the mirror, particularly if the questions concern marriage or childbirth.

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    In more recent years, some studies have shown concern over the relation between lower back tattoos and painkillers during childbirth.

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    In Mexico, it was once believed that the butterflies were protectors of warriors and patrons of women who had died in childbirth.

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    Symbolically, she represents motherhood, childbirth, knowledge, protection and justice.

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    Additionally, understanding how to use breath to manage pain, tension and stress will be helpful during labor and childbirth.

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    Yoga has also been used in childbirth to help relax both the mother and the baby so a fulfilling, alert, and calming birth is experienced.

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    Vayu Yoga is popular with families because many of its classes and workshops are designed for children, childbirth, and healthy movement as a family.

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    This pose opens the hips and knees, increases mental clarity, and for women, can reduce menstrual cramping and pain in childbirth.

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    Unfortunately, due to the composition of a breast, reversing the damage caused by age, childbirth and gravity can be a bit of a challenge.

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    They do not cover pregnancy or childbirth, and they do not offer vision or dental coverage.

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    Enhancement bras can actually lift your bust line, which is helpful if you have sagging breasts due to age or childbirth.

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    Suleman went on to say that she would never ever get a tummy tuck and that her friends call her "rubber band" for her natural ability to bounce back after childbirth.

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    Little is known with certainty of his university career beyond the facts that he became a fellow of Jesus College in 1510 or 1511, that he had soon after to vacate his fellowship, owing to his marriage to " Black Joan," a relative of the landlady of the Dolphin Inn, and that he was reinstated in it on the death of his wife, which occurred in childbirth before the lapse of the year of grace allowed by the statutes.

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    Other Italian cults introduced at this period were those of Juno Sospes and Juno Regina, Venus and Fortuna Primigenia, a goddess of childbirth who came from Praeneste.

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    The idea of light being closely connected with childbirth, whereby the infant is brought into the light of the world, she came to be regarded as a double of Juno, and was identified by the Greeks with Eilithyia.

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    Instructors will not force you to have a natural childbirth if that is not what you want.