Most people think “my water broke!” is the first big sign of labor… but that only happens about 10% of the time worldwide. For most parents, labor begins slowly and quietly with other early signs, changes in the cervix (loss of mucous plug), contractions that become rhythmic, back/pelvic pressure, or a shift in energy intuition that your body is getting ready. Your water breaking is just one possible sign but not the universal one movies make it look like. 😉 When you know what to look for, you

Fetal Monitor:A fetal monitor tracks the baby’s heart rate and mom’s contractions to ensure the baby is doing well during labor. / Recliner:Comfortable spot for support person to sit if there is down time, especially if she gets and epidural and mom and support person want to nap. / A Birthing Bed:A labor bed adjusts to support the mom through labor, delivery, and recovery—all in one place. / Birthing Bar:A birthing bar attaches to the bed to help the mom squat or change positions, making pushin