Childbirth depends not just on hormones, but on the uterus’s ability to sense physical force. Scientists found that pressure ...

Molecular discoveries may help improve treatments for labor and pain. When labor starts, the uterus must produce steady, ...

If this your first pregnancy, you no doubt have lots of questions about labor. One I hear often: How long is a reasonable amount of time to push before it's time to worry? The answer is it depends. If ...

If you're nervous about childbirth, you're not alone. These tips can help you feel calmer about going into labor.