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  Maternity care is a big deal. It's the care you get during pregnancy and after your baby is born, and it's essential for your health and your baby's well-being. Here are some tips on how to take charge of your maternity care. Ask questions: If you have concerns about your care or treatment, don't be afraid to speak up. Your doctor may not know you're having problems if you don't tell them, so be sure to bring up any issues you have with your prenatal care or postnatal care. Your doctor should listen carefully and try to help resolve any issues that come up during your pregnancy or after delivery. Be honest about what hurts: Your doctor needs to know about any pain or discomfort you're experiencing during pregnancy or childbirth so they can make sure everything is going smoothly with your delivery. If something doesn't feel right, speak up immediately so they can help you before problems develop further down the line (like an infection). Make ...

  As your due date approaches, you might begin to feel a bit anxious about what the birth of your child will be like. You've probably thought about the logistics of labor and delivery, but there are other things you should think about as well. What to Discuss With Your Obstetrics Doctor Before Delivery Many women don't give much thought to their obstetricians until they need them. But it's important to have a relationship with your doctor before you're pregnant so that you can feel more comfortable when it comes time for delivery. Make sure you understand everything that's going on with each appointment — including what tests will be done and why — and ask questions if anything is unclear or concerning. You should also discuss any concerns you may have about your pregnancy and delivery beforehand so that both sides are on the same page. Here are some questions to ask: What type of anesthesia will you receive? Anesthesia during birth is one of the most import...