Aug. 2, 2004 (San Diego) — Occiput posterior presentation adds markedly to the risk of grade 3 or 4 anal sphincter laceration within the setting of forceps-assisted delivery, according to researchers ...

During labor and delivery, many women feel intense pain in their lower backs. This is called back labor and is likely a result of where the baby is positioned inside the body. Back labor is not a ...

To identify risk factors for severe (third/fourth degree) perineal laceration with operative vaginal delivery (OVD, forceps or vacuum). We conducted a retrospective case-control study to identify risk ...

As your due date approaches, your baby will start getting into position for the big day. The ideal spot for them is head-down with their back against your tummy, called the anterior position. It’s the ...

In this birthing position, your baby's head is toward your cervix. Their face is toward your back and their back is toward your belly. During pregnancy, your baby may move into different positions.