“There comes a point in every woman’s pregnancy where she starts to really think about what labor will be like. That moment might come right after a positive pregnancy test or in the final days of her third trimester. Movies and TV shows may lead you to believe you’ll be rushing into the hospital after your water unexpectedly and dramatically breaks, screaming the whole way and barely making it in time to deliver your baby. But this is not the reality for most women, especially for first-timers. In fact, active labor can last between four to eight hours for first time moms! And this is after early labor, which can stretch well into the 24-hour range. Is there anything you can do to help speed up your labor? Here’s a guide on one of the best tools to help you meet your baby faster: maternal positioning and movement to facilitate the cardinal movements of labor. “
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Madison Ayers Writes 