Once fertilized, an egg divides into a tiny ball of cells and embeds itself in the wall of the uterus, a muscular, expandable organ. At this early stage of development, the growing organism is called the embryo. The uterus and breasts enlarge, and blood composition and volume change.
Birth is the process by which the fetus is expelled from the uterus.
Natural childbirth is birth with little or no use of painkilling drugs. In the Lamaze method, prospective parents are taught physical and mental techniques for reducing pain and discomfort and participating more fully in the birth process. Birth by the Leboyer method emphasizes extremely gentle handling of the newborn. The miracle of human life that started with your unborn baby is your treasure to protect. Fast confidential help is waiting for you.