| Pregnancy Topics are in-depth reviews of major maternity issues.
Each Pregnancy Topic contains an overview, a discussion of your
options, a summary of results of the best available research about the
safety and effectiveness of these options, and tips and tools that can
help with your decision. This website also contains an extensive
list of Recommended Resources that can help you take action once you
make your decision. | 
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Inside Pregnancy Topics:
Induction of Labor
Many commonly cited reasons for induction of labor are not supported by research. Find out about the benefits, risks, and appropriate uses of labor induction, and learn how to make informed choices at the end of pregnancy.Go to Induction of Labor
Choosing a Caregiver
Your caregiver affects your entire childbearing year, from the information you receive to the choices you have. You can learn about types of caregivers, which one is right for you, and how to find one here.Go to Choosing a Caregiver
Choosing a Birth Setting
It is important to make an informed decision about where and how you will give birth. Different birth settings provide you with different options for labor and delivery.Go to Choosing a Birth Setting
Labor Support
Who will help you during labor? Why might you need support? Know what your options are -- from nurses and midwives, to doulas and partners -- and how to prepare.Go to Labor Support
Labor Pain
Labor pain is often one of the biggest concerns women have about giving birth. This section thoroughly discusses all aspects of labor pain from strategies for coping to types of pain relief.Go to Labor Pain
Cesarean Section
Cesarean section is on the rise in the U.S. It is important to know when and why a c-section is necessary or not. Understand your options using our in depth comparison of cesarean and vaginal birth.Go to Cesarean Section
Pelvic Floor Dysfunction
This section contains trustworthy information about how to prevent pelvic floor dysfunction when giving birth.Go to Pelvic Floor Dysfunction
VBAC or Repeat C-Section
If you have had a cesarean section in the past, you need to understand the trade-offs between VBAC and repeat c-section. Careful planning can help you reach your goals for giving birth.Go to VBAC or Repeat C-Section
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Childbirth Connection is a national not-for-profit organization founded in 1918 as Maternity Center Association. Our mission is to improve the quality of maternity care through research, education, advocacy and policy. Childbirth Connection promotes safe, effective and satisfying evidence-based maternity care and is a voice for the needs and interests of childbearing families.
Childbirth Connection is a national not-for-profit organization founded in 1918 as Maternity Center Association. Our mission is to improve the quality of maternity care through research, education, advocacy and policy. Childbirth Connection promotes safe, effective and satisfying evidence-based maternity care and is a voice for the needs and interests of childbearing families.
Most recent page update: 2/15/2011