Childbirth can be a very stressful event for both the mother and the infant. There are multiple things going on with a woman’s body during this process it’s important to understand what can cause things like nausea to surface during the birthing stages, as this can be an added stressor to the mother during labor. ...
When a pregnant woman gets closer to her due date, she may find herself constantly looking for (and obsessing over) any impending signs of labor. These signs, although exciting, aren’t usually reason to grab your bag and head for the hospital. They can, however, indicate progress. Something an expectant mother may be more than anxious ...
The act of dog breeding is a serious responsibility that needs extensive research before breeding any dog. Complications are sure to rise if the beginning breeder does not take the proper precautions. Experienced breeders are concerned about the destruction of the purebred bloodline and serious health concerns that may be caused by not breeding the ...
If you’re unable to make it to a childbirth class, or you would just prefer to learn about childbirth from the comfort of your sofa, Laugh and Learn About Childbirth may be just what you’re looking for. I was scheduled to attend a 4-week childbirth class at my hospital when I was suddenly put on ...
Usually, whelping or giving birth in dogs is a rapid and problem-free affair. The notable exceptions to this rule are when the mother dog has a large head and a narrow pelvis, such as a pug or English bulldog. These breeds cannot whelp naturally and need to go to the vet for a Caesarian section. ...
It can be a time of great anxiety, the weeks and days leading up to delivery. Pregnant women worry about many things during the course of pregnancy but one thing that many pregnant women share is the worry that they will miss the early signs of labor and are unprepared for birth. They may worry ...
Pregnancy week forty marks your due date, the day that you have been waiting for all these months. Your baby is physically ready to make his or her appearance in the world but whether or not he does all depends on one more pregnancy hormone. Your doctor may have you take a non-stress test during ...