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Although childbirth is an exciting time, many women anticipate it with uncertainty. Dr. Jay Goldberg and Dr Michele Hakakha addresses childbirth questions and concerns that you may have. Subjects such as how to prepare for childbirth, what do expect during labor, possible childbirth complications, the difference between vaginal and cesarean childbirth, post-birth tips for recovery and myths about childbirth are discussed by our experts in these films.

Questions Answered by our Experts

Jay Goldberg
Dr. Jay Goldberg-Obstetrician/Gynecologist, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
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Michele Hakakha
Dr. Michele Hakakha-Obstetrician / Gynecologist
Meet the Expert 
Preparing For Childbirth 
  1. Dr. Jay Goldberg
  2. What should I pack in my hospital bag before I go into childbirth? 
  3. What happens at the hospital once I'm admitted for labor? 
  4. How should I prepare for a "home birth"? 
Labor 
  1. Dr. Jay Goldberg
  2. What happens during "labor"? 
  3. What are the signs that I'm going into labor? 
  4. What are "labor contractions"? 
  5. How do I time my labor contractions? 
  6. What are warning signs that I need immediate medical help during labor? 
Childbirth 
  1. Dr. Jay Goldberg
  2. What is a "natural childbirth"? 
  3. What happens during a normal vaginal childbirth in the hospital? 
  4. How much pain will I feel during childbirth? 
  5. What can I do to ease my pain during childbirth? 
  6. What are the risks of using pain medications during childbirth? 
  7. What should I do if I feel contractions but I am not near my doctor or hospital? 
  8. How long will it take me to give birth to my baby? 
  9. What's the best advice I could have to prepare me for childbirth? 
Childbirth Complications 
  1. Dr. Jay Goldberg
  2. What are the chances that I may have complications during childbirth? 
  3. What if my baby is not in the normal position during birth? 
Assisted Vaginal Births 
  1. Dr. Jay Goldberg
  2. What is an "assisted vaginal birth"? 
  3. What is an "episiotomy"? 
  4. What is a "forceps-assisted birth"? 
  5. What is a "vacuum-assisted birth"? 

Popular Questions

  • What happens at the hospital once I'm admitted for labor?
  • How should I prepare for a "home birth"?
  • How do I time my labor contractions?
  • What can I do to ease my pain during childbirth?
  • What should I do if I feel contractions but I am not near my doctor or hospital?
  • How long will it take me to give birth to my baby?
  • What's the best advice I could have to prepare me for childbirth?
  • If I've had a cesarean birth can I have a vaginal birth in the future?
  • What can I do in order to fully recover from childbirth faster?
Cesarean Birth 
  1. Dr. Jay Goldberg
  2. What is a "cesarean section"? 
  3. Why are cesarean sections performed? 
  4. What are the risks of a cesarean birth? 
  5. If I've had a cesarean birth can I have a vaginal birth in the future? 
Post-Birth Recovery 
  1. Dr. Jay Goldberg
  2. What happens in the hospital immediately after I give birth? 
  3. What are the common symptoms I may endure after childbirth? 
  4. What can I do in order to fully recover from childbirth faster? 
  5. When should I call my doctor during my recovery from childbirth? 
Gestational Diabetes 
  1. Dr. Jay Goldberg
  2. How do I know if I have "gestational diabetes"? 
  3. How do doctors test for gestational diabetes? 
Preeclampsia 
  1. Dr. Jay Goldberg
  2. What is "preeclampsia"? 
  3. When will my doctor test me for preeclampsia? 
  4. How is preeclampsia treated? 
  5. What is my prognosis if I have preeclampsia? 
Myths About Childbirth 
  1. Dr. Michele Hakakha
  2. Are birthmarks an indication a woman ate or drank something harmful during pregnancy? 
  3. Can nipple stimulation bring on uterine contractions? 
  4. Am I more likely to go into labor during a full moon? 
  5. Will spicy foods bring on labor? 
  6. If a woman swallows a man's semen after sex, will it bring on contractions? 
  7. Is it dangerous to take my baby outside right after birth? 
Obstetrical Caregivers 
  1. Dr. Jay Goldberg
  2. What is an "obstetrical caregiver"? 
  3. What is an obstetrician compared to a perinatologist? 
  4. What is an obstetrician compared to a gynecologist? 
  5. What is a "midwife"? 
  6. How do I choose the best obstetrical caregiver for my needs? 
  7. Why are hospital privileges important when considering an obstetrical caregiver? 
Birthing Classes 
  1. Dr. Jay Goldberg
  2. What are "birthing classes"? 
  3. How do I choose the best birthing class? 

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