What to Expect: Childbirth

New parents can understandably be nervous about their newborn and have many questions, such as how can I prepare myself for child birth and what are the best ways to get through the immediate birth aftercare process? Sharp has created a guide that answers many questions on the labor and delivery process, plus aftercare and healing after receiving a Cesarean section.

Learn how you can prepare for your labor and delivery — for both vaginal births and Cesarean sections — and what to expect both at the hospital and once you are recovering at home.

For More Information
To learn more about Sharp's pregnancy and childbirth services or to find a Sharp-affiliated doctor, search for a San Diego OBGYN or call 1-800-82-SHARP (1-800-827-4277), Monday through Friday, 8 am to 6 pm. To find general information about pregnancy and childbirth, visit Pregnancy and Childbirth in Adult Health or read the Pregnancy and Childbirth News archive.