Epidurals, spinal anesthesia, and analgesics work well against labor pains. However, they do have some side effects including nausea and vomiting as well as increasing the chance that some assisted ...

The early stages of labor can be filled with a range of emotions for expecting mothers including pain and uncertainty. Preparing yourself for the unexpected — to the best of your ability — and ...

Thinking about getting an epidural? You're not alone – it's the most common form of pain relief during labor in the United States. Here's exactly how it works, what it feels like, and what to expect ...

LEVITTOWN, Pennsylvania (WPVI) -- Having a baby is a major milestone for many women. But managing the labor pain can be a big hurdle in itself. "Since it was my first baby, I really didn't know what ...

Labor and delivery units also require a large number of staff to remain operational, including OB-GYNs, anesthesiologists and nurses specializing in birth care. When insurance does not cover the full ...

You know the old adage, women carry the babies because men can’t handle the pain. Well, a couple of guys wanted to prove that adage wrong. They went to visit Dr. Julie Masters, who has a special ...