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Countdown to Baby: What Happens During Labor
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Countdown to Baby: What Happens During Labor

Labor -- it's a journey! And it's different for every mom-to-be. Here's how it might unfold for you. You'll call your doctor when you start having contractions or notice other clues your baby's on the way. Don't be surprised if your doc gives you the OK to veg at home for the first few hours. If so, you can rest, hang out with your family, or even go for a short walk if you're up for it. You'll time your contractions and keep tabs on whether they're getting more powerful and closer together. Keep your doctor in the loop. She'll tell you when it's time to go to the hospital or birth center. Call her right away if you think your water broke. Once you're at the hospital, your doctors and care team will get you ready for showtime. They'll check the lower part of your womb, called the cervix, as it opens wider and wider. They'll also check on your baby's position in your birth canal. Now's the time to get your zen on, because the contractions will come on faster and stronger. Try to let your muscles go limp in between them, and use any breathing or relaxation tips. Get into a position that's most comfortable for you. You've got support all around you, so reach out for help. Ask your doctor for pain medication if you need it. You can also ask a family member or friend to rub your lower back, put a cold compress on your forehead, or feed you ice chips to suck on -- solid foods are a no-no in case you need a C-section. The part of labor that comes right before delivery might be the toughest yet -- but it may only take about 15 minutes to an hour. Tell your doctor if you feel like you want to start pushing. She might tell you to wait 'til your cervix opens up more -- about 10 centimeters wide. Push too soon, and it could make your labor last longer. In the meantime, focus on your breath -- take deep ones in, and blow out during the contractions.

WomensHealth.gov: "Stages of Labor.", Mayo Clinic: "Stages of labor and birth: Baby, it's time!"

Labor -- it's a journey!
And it's
different for every mom-to-be.
Here's how it might unfold for you.

You'll call your doctor when you
start having contractions
or notice other clues
your baby's on the way.
Don't be surprised if your doc
gives you the OK to veg at home
for the first few hours.
If so, you can rest, hang out
with your family,
or even go for a short walk
if you're up for it.

You'll time your contractions
and keep tabs on whether they're
getting more powerful and closer
together.
Keep your doctor in the loop.
She'll tell you when it's time
to go to the hospital or birth
center.
Call her right away if you think your water broke.

Once you're at the hospital,
your doctors and care team
will get you ready for showtime.
They'll check the lower part
of your womb, called the cervix,
as it opens wider and wider.
They'll also check
on your baby's position
in your birth canal.

Now's the time to get your zen
on, because the contractions
will come on faster
and stronger.
Try to let your muscles go limp
in between them,
and use any breathing
or relaxation tips.
Get into a position that's
most comfortable for you.

You've got support all around you,
so reach out for help.
Ask your doctor for pain
medication if you need it.
You can also ask a family member
or friend to rub your lower
back, put a cold compress
on your forehead, or feed you
ice chips to suck on --
solid foods are a no-no in case
you need a C-section.

The part of labor that comes
right before delivery might be
the toughest yet --
but it may only take about 15
minutes to an hour.
Tell your doctor if you feel
like you want to start pushing.
She might tell you to wait
'til your cervix opens up more
--
about 10 centimeters wide.
Push too soon, and it could make
your labor last longer.
In the meantime, focus
on your breath --
take deep ones in, and blow out
during the contractions.

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A healthy pregnancy diet will promote your baby's growth and development. Understand which nutrients you need most and where to find them.
During pregnancy, the basic principles of healthy eating remain the same — get plenty of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean protein and healthy fats. However, a few nutrients in a pregnancy diet deserve special attention. Here's what tops the list.
Folate is a B vitamin that helps prevent serious problems with the developing brain and spinal cord (neural tube defects). The synthetic form of folate found in supplements and fortified foods is known as folic acid. Folic acid supplementation has been shown to decrease the risk of premature birth and having a low birth weight baby.
How much you need: 400 micrograms (mcg) a day of folate or folic acid before conception and 600 to 1,000 micrograms of folate or folic acid a day throughout pregnancy
Good sources: Fortified cereals are great sources of folic acid. Dark green, leafy vegetables, citrus fruits, and dried beans, peas and lentils are good sources of naturally occurring folate.
In addition to making healthy food choices, taking a daily prenatal vitamin — ideally starting at least three months before conception — can help ensure you're getting enough of this essential nutrient. Anyone who might become pregnant should take a daily vitamin supplement containing folic acid.
You and your baby need calcium for strong bones and teeth. Calcium also supports healthy functioning of the circulatory, muscular and nervous systems.
How much you need: 1,000 milligrams (mg) a day; pregnant teenagers need 1,300 milligrams a day
Good sources: Dairy products are the best absorbed sources of calcium. Nondairy sources include broccoli and kale. Many fruit juices and breakfast cereals are fortified with calcium, too.
Vitamin D works with calcium to help build your baby's bones and teeth.
How much you need: 600 international units (IU) a day
Good sources: Fatty fish, such as salmon, is a great source of vitamin D. Other options include fortified milk and orange juice.
Protein is crucial for your baby's growth throughout pregnancy.
How much you need: 71 grams (g) a day
Good sources: Lean meat, poultry, seafood and eggs are great sources of protein. Other options include beans and peas, nuts, seeds, and soy products.
The body uses iron to make
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