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Labor, delivery and child birth is an enormous topic, but can be condensed into three P's; the right provider, place and preparation. Get an overview of labor, child birth and delivery from a...

There is more than one position for child delivery, which is contrary to what many people believe. Learn about the various child delivery positions from a certified nurse-midwife in this free...

Accidental unassisted child birth is when you are not in the place where you planned on giving birth, and it's important to stay calm and call 911 as quickly as possible. Have a plan for an...

Signs of labor actually can begin up to two weeks prior to the big day, and it's important to recognize these. Make sure you know the signs of labor with help from a certified nurse-midwife in...

It's important to pack a bag for your hospital stays, including your camera and some sports drinks to keep you hydrated while in labor. Discover what you should pack in your bag for hospital stays...

Pre-labor checklists can instill the kind of confidence a woman needs to get her through labor and child birth. Discuss pre-labor checklists for child birth with tips from a certified...

There are three basic stages of labor, which are then divided into phases. Know the basic stages of labor with help from a certified nurse-midwife in this free video on child birth.

There are different opinions on when to go to the hospital when preparing for child birth, which should be discussed with your provider. Know when it's right to go to the hospital if you think...

Epidural child birth is the woman's decision to make, but there are some side effects and risks that need to be discussed with the epidural anesthetic provider first. Make sure you know if an...

When deciding whether to get a C-section, you should consult with your provider what the C-section rate is in their particular practice. Determine if a C-section is right for you with advice from...

Sometimes assisted baby delivery is necessary if the baby needs to come out early or the woman may not have enough energy to push the baby out. Learn more about assisted baby delivery from a...

When choosing child birth preparation, it's important that you only choose one method and stick with it. Determine the best child birth preparation for you with guidance from a certified...

Maternity acupressure can help block some discomfort that she might be having from contractions, among other things. Use acupressure in your pregnancy with advice from a certified nurse-midwife in...

By knowing the numbers of the pelvic station, you can just about tell where your baby is located in the pelvis. Determine whether your baby is close to being born with help from a certified...

When putting in an epidural, the woman must be deemed appropriate for the procedure and her full permission must be given. Discover how an epidural is placed in the laboring woman from a certified...

Positive affirmations are important to help encourage the body and mind in the right direction during child birth. Use positive affirmations for her with tips from a certified nurse-midwife in...

Hypnosis itself really empowers the woman and makes her in charge of her own labor. Cope with the labor process by using hypnosis with advice from a certified nurse-midwife in this free video on...

Teaching kids about anger management can help them guide themselves to stay disciplined. Find out how to teach kids these techniques with tips from a licensed psychologist in this free video on...

When helping children cope with a divorce, it is important that there is consistency, predictability and so-forth in their lives. Help your kids cope with a divorce with the guidance of a licensed...

In order to turn weaknesses into strengths, it is first important to really identify the weaknesses. Determine how to identify and turn weaknesses into strengths with the assistance of a licensed...

When parenting bipolar children, it is important to get help from a psychologist, mental health workers and even support groups. Discover how to best parent bipolar children with the advice of a...

To help a child with ODD, it is important to know the characteristics of this disorder. Help a child with ODD by following the advice of a licensed psychologist in this free video on mental...

It is important to stay positive after a divorce in order to be in the best emotional shape to attend to the other people in your life. Learn to honor your own needs after a divorce with the help...

Helping a child mourn the loss of a pet can be challenging depending on how emotionally attached the child is to the pet. Understand how to best help your child mourn the loss of a pet with...

When wanting to become a family counselor, there are multiple roads to help you reach your goal. Discover how to become a family counselor with advice from a licensed psychologist in this free...

Managing ADHD behavior takes a coordinated effort usually on the part of the parents and teachers. Find out how to properly manage ADHD behavior with tips from a licensed psychologist in this free...

Preventing a relapse of depression can be difficult when dealing with overwhelming feelings. Determine the best way to prevent a relapse of depression with the advice of a licensed psychologist in...

To be a great encourager as a parent, you really need to pay attention to what your child is doing. Become a great encourager with the help of a licensed psychologist in this free video on...

Suffering from depression while pregnant is a complicated issue. Learn more about this mental health issue from a licensed psychologist in this free video on mental health while pregnant.

Signs of teen depression can oftentimes be seen in adolescences who are moody, irritable and argumentative. Determine if your teen may be depressed with the help of a licensed psychologist in this...

When putting a baby to sleep without a pacifier, it's important to feed them and make sure that she is dry before wrapping her in a blanket. Make bedtime easy for babies with help from a mother of...

Baby gas pain can be relieved by burping the baby and rubbing their back in an upward motion, as well as rubbing their stomach in a clockwise motion. Learn about gas drops that can be bought at a...

Cognitive development in babies can be stimulated by simply playing with the baby and showing them toys. Discover how black and white pictures have been known to stimulate a baby's brain with help...

If a pacifier is used when putting a baby to sleep, it's important to find one that fits that particular baby. Find out how to make sure that a baby is calm when putting them to sleep with help...

After buying plastic baby bottles from a store, it's very important to sterilize them before giving them to a baby. Find out how to sterilize baby bottles in a medium pan with boiling water with...

Cradle cap is caused by dead skin cells, and the best way to get rid of it is by combing the baby's hair back and forth three to four times a day. Find out why baby lotion should not be used to...

When changing a baby's diaper, it's important to stay by the baby at all times and to make sure that it's not too tight. Learn how to use the sticky tabs on diapers with help from a mother of...

Calming a hyperactive baby starts with finding out what the problem is, and whether or not the child is sleepy or hungry. Find out how to distract a fussy baby with help from a mother of three in...

When caring for a newborn baby, it's important to be prepared with diapers, wipes and a breast pump for breastfeeding mothers. Learn about trying out pacifiers on a baby with help from a mother of...

When switching a baby from formula to milk, it's important to slowly wean her off of formula. Find out why a child should be at least a year old before drinking real milk with help from a mother...

If a child is ready to be potty trained, it's important to introduce him to the potty in an inviting way. Learn about what to do when a potty training child is too small for the regular toilet...

The best way to get a baby to sleep in a crib is by having him sleep in the crib from day one, because any deviation from this will make it harder later on. Establish a nightly routine to get a...

In order to develop trust between a parent and a baby, it's important to feed the baby, change her diaper and pick her up when they cry. Find out why playing with a baby is important in the...

Infant car seat safety begins with making sure that the child is facing backwards until they are at least 20 pounds. Discover the importance of a three-point harness on a baby's car seat with help...

A BabeSafe mattress cover should fit snuggly around a baby's mattress and therefore should not bunch up when the baby sleeps. Find out how to apply a mattress cover by taking it out of the crib...

The parts of a breast pump can be sterilized together by taking them apart and placing them in a pot of boiling water. Find out how to dry the sterilized parts of breast pump with help from a...

When cleaning a baby's car seat, wash the straps in a washing machine, and then use soap wand water to clean the plastic parts. Find out how to disconnect pieces of a car seat in order to wash...

When tracking a toddler's development, it's important to consider their physical development, language development and social development. Learn how to use pictures to help track a toddler's...

It can be challenging to keep kids in car seats or booster seats, so it's important for parents to provide breaks for young children on long drives. Find out how to distract kids to keep them in...

When considering spine development in toddlers, it's important to look at their posture and to make sure that they are free from the possibility of serious harm. Discover how muscle development...