You're almost ready for the big event--your baby's birth. Here's what you need to know about a vaginal delivery.

You may be told to call your healthcare provider when it becomes hard to walk or talk during contractions or if your amniotic sac breaks.

As the baby grows, your body changes too. You may also see signs that your body is getting ready for labor. Some of the most common changes are discussed here.

The weight you gain now is not just extra fat. It is also the weight of your baby. And it is the increased blood and fluids to support the baby.

Keep up the healthy habits you started in your first trimester. You might be a little more tired than normal. So plan your day wisely. Look at the tips below and choose the ones that suit your lifestyle.

To diagnose interstitial lung disease, your healthcare provider needs to know about your job, lifestyle, and symptoms. They'll listen to your lungs and heart and examine your nose and throat. You may also need tests.

Menopause occurs when you stop having periods for good. For many women, this happens around age 50. The time of change before this is called perimenopause. It may start in your late 30s or 40s, and can last for months or years.

Anemia in pregnant women is often caused by not having enough iron in the blood. It is common in pregnancy and very easy to treat.

Even before you become pregnant, your health matters to your future baby. Adopt good health habits today. And take care of any health problems you have before becoming pregnant.

Labor induction is a way to help get your labor started. This can protect your health and your baby's, too.