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What Is The Pain Like ?
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Active Labour And Birth
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Two Essential Characteristics
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Breathing
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Relaxation
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Position
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Vocalization
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Emotional Expression
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Support Systems
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Pain Relieving Medications
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The Best Laid Plans...
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Visualization: Can You Handle It ?
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In Summary
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Resources
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How The Routine Episiotomy Came Into Fashion
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The First North American Episiotomy Trial
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Alternatives To Episiotomies
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Prevention During The Pushing Stage Of Labour
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Prevention Before Birth
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There Is No Need For An Episiotomy In A Normal Birth
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Arroll's Advice To Doctors
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Tears Heal Quickly
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Episiotomy Does Not Prevent Later Problems
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For Further Reading
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Sixty To Seventy Percent Of Repeat Cesareans Are Unnecessary
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Reasons For Sections
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Incisions And Scars
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Advantages Of VBAC
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Not Enough Doctors Follow The Guidelines
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Getting More Support
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Resources:
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Useful Addresses
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Stages Of The Grieving Process
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Guidelines For Grieving
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Recommended Reading
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Trudi's Story
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Postpartum Thyroiditis
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Underactive Or Overactive Thyroid ?
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A Typical Case
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How Often Does This Occur
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For Further Reading
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Taking Your Basal Temperature
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Basal Temperature Chart
Nutrition for your whole family
