Cardinal Movements - Baby makes 7 distinct moves while coming down the birth canal. This is why it's important to stay upright and moving during labor.

Cardinal movements of labour

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Fetal position matters for pregnancy comfort and ease in labor & birth. Learn how to identify your baby’s position with Belly Mapping®️.

Are you reaching the final stages of your pregnancy? Learn to spot the signs that your body may be preparing for labor with these 4 signs of labor—like Braxton Hicks contractions and early dilation. Keeping these different signals on hand can be a great way to feel prepared during the last months before you meet your new baby.

Updated: February 2022 One of my failings as a midwife is my inability to assess the strength and effectiveness of a uterine contraction. This presents a problem in the hospital setting as midwives…