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Outpatient induction of labor (IOL) is an alternative choice of-fered to pregnant women requiring cervical ripening. Outpatient IOL can providesolutions in terms of women empowerment, but most importantly promotes asnormal labor as possible, within the medical context of the IOL. The objectives ofthis systematic review were to assess safety and effectiveness of cervical ripeningperformed with a slow-release dinoprostone vaginal insert in term pregnancies intwo settings: the outpatient (home) versus the inpatient (hospital).

Outpatient versus inpatient cervical ripening with a slow-release dinoprostone vaginal insert in term pregnancieson maternal, neonatal, and birth outcomes: A systematicreview

I'm 100% sure that you have asked yourself how to recognise contractions more than once while pregnant, and you're right! It can be hard to differentiate Braxton Hicks from "true" labour contractions.

In this video, I share both Braxton Hicks and labour contractions characteristics so that you can be more sure about which is which. And remember to surf that wave!

How to Recognise Contractions? | Braxton Hicks vs Labour Contractions

Let's talk more about epidurals! This beautiful tool that we have to make childbirth easier and less painful for some women...but! It may come with some compcomplications or side effects that will automatically lead to more interventions. If you are considering getting an epidural for your labour just make sure you know as much as possible about it!

In this video, I share some thoughts with you about WHEN may be the best time to have an epidural and WHY. I hope you find it useful!

More Thoughts on EPIDURAL for Your Labour and Birth!

In this video, I share 3 breastfeeding positions that work particularly well for your newborn baby. Before you know it you'll find the ones that are the most comfortable and work the best for you and your baby. This breastfeeding beginner simple guide will help you to get ready!

Once you get confident, you can breastfeed lying down, sitting up, or even standing, upside down...however you want! If you like a position that you have never seen or heard of before, that's OK. As long as you and your baby are comfortable, and your baby can latch on and breastfeed well, you can nurse in any position that you choose.

3 Breastfeeding Positions For Your Newborn | Breastfeeding Beginner

Are you terrified about this topic and wondering if it's possible to prevent tearing during birth? While there are certain measures that can be done like perineal massage during pregnancy, adopt alternative positions during birth, breathing the baby out or warm compresses, sometimes tears happen anyway and that's okay!

In this video, you'll learn all that is in your power to reduce your chance of tearing so that you can be informed and prepared and eliminate this fear from your mind!

Prevent Tearing During Birth | Perineal Massage, Positions & More!

Breathing in Labour...easy right? We all know how breathing works but did you know that it can be used as a drug-free comfort measure during labour and birth? Being able to control your breathing is such a key element to have an easier labour. In this video, you'll learn 3 easy and practical breathing techniques to guide you from the early stage of labour to breathing your baby out during the pushing part (YES! Some women don't even have to "push" the baby out!). Practice, practice, practice and...happy birth!

Ps: apologies for poor audio quality, the mic didn't work properly in this video!

Breathing in Labour | 3 Breaths to Use During Labour and Birth

Are you starting to have a few contractions and wondering how to know it's really early labour? The latent phase (more commonly called early labour) is the first part of your labour, where the contractions start to be regular and your cervix effaces and dilatates up to 4 cm. However, it can be easy to mistake Braxton Hicks contractions or prodromal labour with early labour. My advice to cope with the frustration (and excitement) of this stage? Sleep and denial! Watch the video to know more ;)

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