Modern-day Doulas
As active labor begins to set in, Katie's contractions are becoming longer, stronger and more frequent. Her husband is holding her hand.

Doulas
Traditionally, women helping women during labor has been part of the birthing process.

OB or Midwife? Hospital or Birthing Center?
You just found out that you're expecting. It's only natural to feel overwhelmed.

Male or Female OB/GYN?
People look for different things when looking for an OB/GYN to deliver their baby. They may want someone referred to them by a friend or perhaps someone close to their home.

Nurse Practitioners and Pregnancy
How do you choose an obstetrician? Most people open the yellow pages and scan through the physician section or they ask their insurance provider for a list of physicians that are included in their plans.

The Doula Decision
So you think you want a doula? You have read about them, talked to friends and have decided you really want someone knowledgeable and supportive helping you when it's time to deliver your baby.

The Value of Doula Support
As science and technology rapidly develop, the human body and spirit are pushed to the side.

Choosing an Obstetrician
When Deb Stenberg's daughter announced her first pregnancy, Stenberg, from Tacoma, Wash., turned to her general practitioner for recommendations for an obstetrician.

Pregnancy Doctors
Decisions, decisions, decisions. Once you're pregnant, it's one decision after another.

Drafting a Birth Team
There's probably no time when you need more support then when you are in the midst of labor and childbirth. Physically, you can't do much for yourself but focus on overcoming the latest contraction and finding the most comfortable position.