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What is an Epidural?

Posted by Dr Mark Zakowski on Oct 10, 2012 in Medications, Preparation | Comments Off on What is an Epidural?

Dr. Mark answers the question "What is an epidural" in this short video Quick Tip.

Reducing the Risks of Epidurals

Posted by Dr Mark Zakowski on Sep 30, 2012 in Medications, Preparation, Safety, Things To Avoid | Comments Off on Reducing the Risks of Epidurals

Dr. Mark shares his tips for reducing the risks of epidurals during your labor and delivery.

What You Can Expect to Feel During a C-Section

Posted by Dr Mark Zakowski on Sep 18, 2012 in Cesarean/C-Section, Fear, Medications, Preparation, Safety | Comments Off on What You Can Expect to Feel During a C-Section

In this video, Dr. Mark Zakowski explains what you can expect to feel during a c-section, after a spinal or epidural is given. He also shares with you how the hospital staff will monitor you and your baby's health during this time.

The Importance of IV Therapy

Posted by Dr Mark Zakowski on Sep 11, 2012 in Fear, Medications, Preparation | Comments Off on The Importance of IV Therapy

Many women in labor have additional discomfort from their IV, or Intravenous. In this video, Dr. Mark Zakowski shares with you the answers to many IV therapy questions, including: What is an IV?; Why do I need an IV?; and What are the best locations for my IV?

Increase Your Comfort During Your Labor and Delivery

Posted by Dr Mark Zakowski on Sep 6, 2012 in Preparation, Safety, Things To Avoid | Comments Off on Increase Your Comfort During Your Labor and Delivery

In this QuickTip, Dr. Mark Zakowski shares with you strategies to help increase your comfort while wearing a blood pressure cuff during your labor and delivery.