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Is VBAC Safe?

Is VBAC Safe?

You ask: I really want a VBAC, but I am so scared of uterine rupture. Are VBACs a safe option? I answer: Unfortunately, there’s a lot of misinformation about the risks of VBAC floating around. Here, however, are some facts from one of my recent blog posts: “How Often...

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How Much Does Labor Hurt?

How Much Does Labor Hurt?

You ask: How much is it going to hurt? I don't want an epidural, but I'm afraid of how painful labor might be. What can you compare the pain with? I answer: I can’t tell you how much labor will hurt because the experience of pain varies from person to person and even...

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