Getting ready for the birth

Ready to pack your birth bag? Find out what to bring.

A birth plan helps you communicate your birthing preferences to your healthcare providers. Learn more about birth plans and how to prepare your own.

Does that bump look more like an Emma or a Madison? Get some tips on choosing a baby name.

It's nesting time! Find out how to get your home baby-ready.

Pregnant and considering cord blood banking? Learn more about the benefits of saving umbilical cord blood, how cord blood is collected, and how it can be used.

When considering epidural or spinal anesthesia, the following questions will help you communicate with your anesthesiologist before your surgery: Ask if an epidural or spinal would benefit you during or after the operation. Ask about any concerns that you may have regarding an epidural or spinal anesthesia.

Learn about caesarean sections (C-sections), the surgical alternative to vaginal childbirth, including what to expect from the procedure and recovery and the potential risks involved.

Although a caesarean section is a common procedure and is considered safe, it is not free of the risk of complications.