Labor & Delivery Archives - Madison Women's Health

How to Choose the Right Doula

Doulas can provide invaluable support during childbirth, but it's important to choose the right one for you. Check out our blog for tips on what to look for in a doula and how your medical team can work together with a doula to ensure a safe and positive birth experience.

A mother holds her newborn infants hand after breech delivery.

Breech Baby: What Causes it and What to Expect

Blog, Labor & Delivery

The final weeks of pregnancy can get topsy-turvy for a variety of reasons. With regular checkups, you can prepare for a smoother delivery.

Mother with her newborn baby at the hospital after induced labor delivery

Induced Labor: When, Why, How

Blog, Labor & Delivery, Pregnancy

Your OBGYN wants to discuss the possibility of inducing labor. Here are some reasons they may recommend induction, along with pointers about what to expect during the process.

C-section vs Vaginal Birth: What are the Risks and Benefits?

Blog, Labor & Delivery

Have you ever wondered why 26% of Wisco moms deliver via C-section? (That number is lower than the national average, by the way!) Or whether a vaginal birth after C-section (VBAC) is possible? We talk all-things C-sections and vaginal births in this next blog post by Dr. Durward. Got questions we didn’t answer? Let us know!

Mom with postpartum depression holding baby

Postpartum Depression: Everything You Need to Know

Labor & Delivery, Women's Health

If you feel guilty or like you’re a bad mom for feeling depressed after you had a baby, you’re not alone. It’s important to get the help you need. We want to help you! Find out what’s normal “baby blues” and when you should seek help for postpartum depression.

Woman smiling after getting an epidural during labor

Epidurals for Labor: Risks, Benefits and Other FAQs

Blog, Labor & Delivery

It's no secret that giving birth is painful! But every woman finds a way to manage the pain of childbirth — whether that's through breathing exercises, position changes, or an epidural during labor. Learn more about epidurals for labor pain management. Discover the risks, benefits and the most frequently asked questions our OBGYNs hear.

Woman packing birth bag filling out a hospital bag checklist

Pregnancy Hospital Bag Checklist: What to Pack in Your Birth Bag

Blog, Labor & Delivery, Pregnancy

Your baby's due date is getting closer! Your baby's nursery is coming together. Learn what you need to pack in your birth bag with our downloadable hospital checklist!

First-time mom holding newborn baby after giving birth

Giving Birth: Labor & Delivery Tips for First-Time Moms

Labor & Delivery, Pregnancy

Giving birth can be both exciting and terrifying for first-time moms. Just as the rest of your pregnancy has differed from others', your birth experience will be unique to you and your baby. As you think about the big day when you'll finally meet your little one, you probably have questions about what to expect!