You may be anxious to go home as soon as possible. Before you and your baby go home, a healthcare provider will make sure that your baby has no health problems. You will also be checked to be sure you are healthy enough to take care of your baby and yourself.

After childbirth, most women shake and get chills. This is over quickly. Your temperature and blood pressure are watched until they are stable. The baby's umbilical cord is clamped and cut, usually after a beneficial delay of 30 to 60 seconds after birth.

There are many ways to manage pain during labor. It can often be done with no anesthesia or strong pain medicines. Talk to your healthcare provider about any choices you would like to explore.

Learn about the physical changes that often signal that your baby will soon be born.

You may be nervous about getting a new hip. But the better prepared you are before surgery, the easier your recovery program is likely to be.

Conditioning your body before hip replacement can help speed your recovery. Daily exercise helps strengthen muscles that support the hip joint.

No one plans on having a hip fracture. But a sudden fall or accident can be a life-changing event. You’ll need surgery to repair the fracture, and time for it to heal. It’s normal to have concerns about what to expect at this time. Below are answers to some common questions.

A laparoscopic hysterectomy is done using small incisions. Here is a list of conditions a hysterectomy can treat.

With your healthcare provider's help, you may find a medicine that works for you. Make sure you know how to use your medicine. Take medicines only as directed. And always read warning labels.

The trick to coping with PMS is to work helpful strategies into your daily life. Read on to learn more.