A growing number of babies are being delivered at Northfield Hospital. It’s partially the result of fewer nearby hospitals ...

Only 41% of rural hospitals in the U.S. deliver babies, according to a report by the Center for Healthcare Quality and ...

Planning on delivering at a hospital or birthing center? You could just show up, but it's better to come prepared — so here’s ...

Your baby has been born, but there’s one final step — delivering the placenta. Here’s what to expect from this last stage of labor.

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Giving birth is already one of the biggest challenges in a person’s life, but an unsupportive birth partner can make it even worse. Take it from people who see this dynamic every day. While labor and ...

When labor begins, the uterus must coordinate rhythmic, well-timed contractions to deliver the baby safely. While hormones ...