Stages of labor and birth: Baby, it's time! - Mayo Clinic
Jul 23, 2024 · Find out what happens during the different stages of labor and birth.
Labor positions - Mayo Clinic
Jul 28, 2023 · Learn about positions that might help you relax and ease pain during labor.
Home birth: Know the pros and cons - Mayo Clinic
Mar 13, 2025 · Understand the possible risks and how to plan and prepare for a home birth.
Labor and delivery: Pain medications - Mayo Clinic
Mar 11, 2025 · Many types of medications can ease pain during labor and delivery. Ideally, the drugs used are safe for mother and baby, don't interfere with labor and delivery, and provide …
Fetal presentation before birth - Mayo Clinic
Aug 15, 2023 · Learn about the different positions a baby might be in within the uterus before birth — and how it could affect delivery.
Obstetrics in Minnesota - Overview - Mayo Clinic
Jul 26, 2025 · When you choose Mayo Clinic for pregnancy care, you receive compassionate, expert and personalized care before, during and after pregnancy. You'll also have the comfort …
Twin pregnancy: Getting ready for twins or multiples
Dec 17, 2024 · Sometimes a twin or triplet pregnancy just happens. Other times, specific factors are at play. For example, a twin pregnancy is more likely as you get older. That's because …
Obstetrics and Gynecology - Overview - Mayo Clinic
Jul 26, 2025 · Mayo Clinic's Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology offers prevention, diagnosis and treatment for women from childbearing age to menopause and beyond.
Episiotomy: When it's needed, when it's not - Mayo Clinic
Aug 2, 2022 · Planning a vaginal delivery? Find out when an incision between the vagina and anus might be needed during childbirth.
VBAC: Know the pros and cons - Mayo Clinic
Mar 14, 2025 · Vaginal birth after cesarean, also called VBAC, is possible for many people. Know what to consider before trying to have this method of delivery.