It's not hard to become the best birth coach ever. Start by reading this article and you're almost there.

The space is narrow and it can take time. So how does the baby experience delivery? Very little is known about this, but what we do know is it's a tough journey.

Are you feeling anxious? Or just plain frightened when you think about giving birth? You're not the only one. But you should share your concerns with your midwife.

Everybody wants to know how long labour will last. The answer is maybe around 20 hours. But it can be shorter. Or longer.

There are three stages you have to go through before you can welcome your baby to the world: dilation of the cervix, pushing and birth, and delivery of the placenta.

If your baby is in a breech position, your doctor will try to turn them around. But there are also things you can try at home.

How do you know if it's started? There's a sure sign; regular contractions. When the contractions get as frequent as three in ten minutes, it could be time to go.

It's over. The birth is over. Your baby is lying in your arms and you're probably counting his or her fingers and toes, examining your precious bundle from head to toe. Congratulations, you're now a mother.

Chances are the only thing you know about childbirth is that it hurts. And that's enough to scare anybody. One way of dealing with your worry is by getting informed.

Time passes slowly when you're waiting to start labour, and even more slowly if you're overdue. But a scheduled induction can feel like both a blessing and a disappointment.

It's never too early to prepare for the birth.

It's happening! Grab your bags and head to the hospital. Here is what will happen when you get there.