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The Signs of Labor

The Signs of Labor

There is not a sure manner to know when the baby is coming, says Dr. Ellen Schwartzbard, Obstetrician and Gynecologist with Baptist Health South Florida, who adds there are some changes that do occur, such as the cervix can start …

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Labor and Epidural

Labor and Epidural

Dr. Jason James, Obstetrician and Gynecologist with Baptist Health South Florida, explains an epidural is a regional block. “The anesthesiologist or nurse is putting a needle in the spinal canal and infusing some anesthetic and pain medication in that area …

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Fibroids and Pregnancy

Fibroids and Pregnancy

Pregnancy is possible even if there are fibroids. Dr. Alberto Sirven, Obstetrician & Gynecologist with West Kendall Baptist Hospital, affirms everything depends on the size and location of them. They wouldn’t necessarily cause miscarriage, but they tend to cause contractions, …

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