Ten Tips for Taking Charge of Your Maternity Care

A top ten list from Childbirth Connection of things to know or think about as you advance through your pregnancy and birth.

Good support goes a long way to help you cope with the physical and emotional challenges of labor. Continuous labor support from a knowledgeable companion like a doula also has surprising health benefits. Such support has been shown to decrease the chance of a C-section, the need for pain medication and feelings of dissatisfaction about the birth.

SOURCE: National Partnership for Women and Families