So much stuff happens while you're pregnant and after you give birth, sometimes it feels as though aliens have taken over your body! Listed below are a few common pregnancy and postpartum conditions, and foods that help to alleviate the symptoms. Read more

Life Before Birth: Physical Development and Characteristics of Your Unborn Baby
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What is Fentanyl?

It is a drug that is a powerful pain reliever (narcotic). It may be offered to you to help you cope better with the pain of labour. Some women say it takes the edge off the pain and helps them to cope better.  It will take the most of the pain away but not all of it. Read more

Pain is a normal part of labour and birth and there are many methods available to your to soothe your pain. Breathing techniques, comfort measures and supportive coaching are essential throughout. If labour becomes difficult, extra relief may be needed from medication. Read more

Transition is the last phase of the first stage of labour. This is usually the shortest and the most intense part of labour. Read more