There are a lot of reasons this pain-management procedure is used by two-thirds of laboring moms. Here’s how an epidural works and how to decide if it’s right for you.

Although induction and augmentation of labor and the control of pain often require drug therapy ... therapy during labor and delivery will allow hospital pharmacists to make knowledgeable ...

The control of labor pain and prevention of suffering are major concerns of clinicians and their clients. Nonpharmacologic approaches toward these goals are consistent with midwifery management ...