Increase Your Comfort During Your Labor and Delivery

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.

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Blood Pressure & Epidurals

Blood Pressure & Epidurals

Blood pressure monitoring is of vital importance when having an epidural. Dr. Mark shares ways to help stay comfortable with the frequent blood pressure checks, how to keep your blood pressure in the correct range, and what therapies the hospital may use if your blood pressure gets too low.

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Medications

Medications

In this Quick Tip, Dr. Mark shares about medications that can possibly interact with anesthesia the day of your labor and delivery. Learn why it is important to tell your anesthesiologist about ALL your medications and herbal supplements before your special day.

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Rules of the Room During an Epidural

Rules of the Room During an Epidural

Many hospitals have 'Rules of the Room' that need to be adhered to for the safety of the mom and baby during an epidural or spinal. Dr. Mark Zakowski explains why these rules are so important.

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C-section Rate

C-section Rate

C-Section rates have changed over the past 10-15 years. Dr. Mark shares about these changes in this Quick Tip.

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Post-Epidural Warning Signs

Post-Epidural Warning Signs

There are risks with any medical procedure, including epidurals. Dr. Mark Zakowski shares some of the post-epidural warning signs to be aware of to better ensure your safety and the safety of your baby.

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