Induced labor is when medication is given to start labor. Talk to your provider about when to induce, the associated risks and your options for inducing.
All babies in the U.S. receive newborn screening tests before leaving the hospital to test for possible health concerns. See which tests your baby may receive.
NICU staff can help you get ready to take your baby home from the NICU. Learn how to use medical equipment, give your baby medicine and care for her at home.
Now that your baby is born, learn the signs and symptoms of health problems, like infections, blood clots and postpartum depression, after giving birth.