It's no secret that childbirth has a reputation for being incredibly painful. But the general consensus is that the excruciating pain is worth it thanks to the reward at the end - aka meeting the mini ...

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At our latest appointment, the doctor likens labour to trying to lift up a chair while still sitting on it, writes Peter Max We all know that there is no greater feeling than that of two people ...

There's a big learning curve when it comes to pregnancy. For many expecting parents, just thinking about contractions can be nerve-wracking because they are associated with pain and the start of labor ...

The early stages of labor can be filled with a range of emotions for expecting mothers including pain and uncertainty. Preparing yourself for the unexpected — to the best of your ability — and ...

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The impact of Ukrainian refugees on the tight Polish and Czech labour markets is proving less than hoped. Before Russia invaded Ukraine, sending millions of refugees spilling over the borders into the ...