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Is it dangerous to have two lobes of placenta on either side of my cervix?

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I am 22 weeks pregnant. I was diagnosed with a complete placenta previa at an earlier ultrasound. A recent one showed I have two lobes of placenta on either side of my cervix. I don't understand what this means -- is this more dangerous then having a complete placenta previa?
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Signs of Labor

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The big day is coming up soon, and you may be wondering how you'll know when labor has begun. Luckily, your body will likely provide some pretty good signals. Find out more.
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What's an episiotomy?

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What's an episiotomy? Read on and see how our experts have answered this question, and others like it.
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At 35 weeks, how do I know if my baby has "dropped" yet?

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At 35 weeks, how do I know if my baby has "dropped" yet?
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Expert Q&A:
Does having a version work to change the baby's position?

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Does having a version work to change the baby's position?Read on and see how our experts have answered this question, and others like it.
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Comfort Measures for Labor

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Did you know there are lots of ways to make yourself more comfortable during labor? You have a wide range of options, from progressive muscle relaxation to massage to epidurals. Learn more about comfort measures.
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Stages of Labor

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Your birth experience will be unique, with its own sensations and rhythms. But there are some basic stages that all women will go through during the birth process. Learn more about what to expect during the stages of labor.
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Life Skills

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Remember your childbirth class, and those breathing and relaxation techniques you learned? Turns out that these skills can be put to good use throughout your life, not just in labor. Learn more.
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When will I feel Braxton-Hicks contractions, and what do they feel like?

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When will I start feeling Braxton-Hicks? How will I know the difference between them and real labor contractions?
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Eating in Labor

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'Can I eat while I'm in labor?' It's a good idea to ask your health care provider, who may give the thumbs-up for you to snack on certain foods during early labor. Find out more, including which foods your provider might suggest.
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Why is labor shorter on a second pregnancy?

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Is it true that on your second pregnancy the labor is faster? And if so, how is that possible?
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Is there anything non-medical I can do to induce labor?

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For centuries women have tried to induce their labors with such "natural" methods as eating hot spicy foods, taking castor oil, or giving themselves enemas.
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Can you explain what it means to be 50 percent effaced?

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Can you explain what it means to be 50 percent effaced?
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Labor Support and the Role of Doulas

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Your due date is coming up soon — so exciting. Have you thought about having someone support you during labor? One option is to hire a doula, a labor support professional, to help meet your needs. Learn more about the role of doulas.
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Can you explain what happens when your water breaks?

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What happens exactly when your water breaks? Silly question, I know, but when you're new at this, there are a lot of questions.
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Is it dangerous to take castor oil to help induce labor?

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Is it dangerous to take castor oil to help induce labor?
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Is there a safe way to get labor started at 40 weeks?

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Is there a safe way to get labor started at 40 weeks?
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Will Lamaze classes really help me with childbirth?

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Will Lamaze classes really help me with childbirth?
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