Third Trimester

	Blood Pressure and the Baby Bump The stress of preparing for baby and coping with a changing body are enough to keep any expectant mother busy, but it’s the pressure prospective moms often can’t see that may truly deserve their attention.
	Bringing Baby Home Learn what you will and won’t need to bring your new little one home safely.
	Get Some Skin in the Game Skin-to-skin contact for newborns is more than an ideal, it’s doctor-recommended.
	6 Ways to Ease Constipation During Pregnancy A variety of factors converge during pregnancy to create the perfect conditions for constipation. A multi-step strategy can help mothers-to-be find relief.
	Investigating the Use of Nitrous Oxide in Labor Moms-to-be have several options for managing labor pain beyond an epidural. Get the facts about the safety, efficacy and use of nitrous oxide in labor.
	Beware the Baby Blues Adding a new baby to the family is a reason for celebration, yet many new mothers struggle with a range of emotions during this time of life.
	7 Ways to Prevent Pregnancy Digestive Problems Proper nutrition during pregnancy does more than give baby a head start on a healthy life. It also helps prevent or control the digestive problems that affect many mothers-to-be.
	What to Expect After Your C-Section Learn what to expect after your cesarean section—whether the surgery was expected or not.
	The Honest Truth About Your Body After Baby You’ve attended childbirth classes, and your hospital bag is packed, but do you know what changes to expect in your body after baby? Get the information you need to feel prepared.

Childbirth classes are available for women who plan to deliver at DeKalb Regional Medical Center. For more information, visit DeKalbRegional.com.