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Hilary Erickson, RN is a labor nurse in the Phoenix area.  She has been a Labor and delivery nurse since 2001 and shares her knowledge of all things pregnancy on this blog.  Pulling Curls it the #1 Pregnancy Website created by an experienced labor nurse, and a podcast that untangles all things pregnancy & parenting.

Hilary is also the creator of The Online Prenatal Class for Couples — the #1 resource on the internet for couples to prepare for a hospital birth!

While the majority of this blog explains things close to delivery like how to know if you’re in labor (including a quiz that guesses when it will happen), and when to call your doctor.

That time of life can be kind of stressful and confusing — even though it seems like it will be so clear.  Posts that answer questions like is my water broken can really simplify the birth process for people.

Since Hilary is so well-versed in what happens at the hospital nurse, she can also speak to things like if you should get your labor nurse a gift, and if it’s worth it to hire a doula?

I have a whole page on pain management and epidurals (including, how long an epidural lasts, and what labor feels like with an epidural) — because I know that is a concern for you guys!

We also discuss life as a pregnant woman.  Things like shaving during pregnancy,

And I don’t want to leave out my friends in early pregnancy.  I have one of the most accurate online pregnancy tests, I answer the question if people can use a heating pad while pregnant.

I also answer postpartum questions on breastfeeding or even holding your newborn too much.

So, no matter what you’re looking for in pregnancy, Hilary is around to simplify it for you!

Gifts for Labor and Delivery Nurses

PUBLISHED: April 19, 2021 | By Hilary Erickson

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Protein In Urine While Pregnant

PUBLISHED: April 19, 2021 | By Hilary Erickson

What We Learned from Pregnancy 10+ Years Later with JoAnn & Brie from the No Guilt Mom Podcast – Episode 087

PUBLISHED: April 19, 2021 | By Hilary Erickson

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Can Women Drink Gatorade During Pregnancy? Can it prevent dehydration safely?

PUBLISHED: April 14, 2021 | By Hilary Erickson

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Diastasis Symphysis Pubis During Pregnancy: When Your Pelvis Splits

PUBLISHED: April 12, 2021 | By Hilary Erickson

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What to pack in Your Hospital Bag: Your Labor & Delivery Checklist

PUBLISHED: April 12, 2021 | By Hilary Erickson

Did my Water Break Quiz: The game of leaking amniotic fluid

PUBLISHED: April 5, 2021 | By Hilary Erickson

How Stress at Delivery Can Affect Your Baby – Episode 085

PUBLISHED: April 5, 2021 | By Hilary Erickson

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What You NEED for a new baby?

PUBLISHED: April 1, 2021 | By Hilary Erickson

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How to Go Into Labor: The Labor Nurse’s Guide

PUBLISHED: March 29, 2021 | By Hilary Erickson

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Painful Internal Checks During Pregnancy: What to do if you’re scared.

PUBLISHED: March 15, 2021 | By Hilary Erickson

Epidural During Labor: The risks, benefits, alternatives and procedures

PUBLISHED: March 15, 2021 | By Hilary Erickson

Things to Know About Your Prenatal Care & Health History – Episode 082

PUBLISHED: March 15, 2021 | By Hilary Erickson

Covid Vaccine in Pregnancy

PUBLISHED: March 1, 2021 | By Hilary Erickson

The Husband Stitch & Other Myths with my nurse friend Chantel – Episode 80

PUBLISHED: March 1, 2021 | By Hilary Erickson

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How do I Know if I Have a Bladder Infection: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

PUBLISHED: February 22, 2021 | By Hilary Erickson

Preparing for Your Postpartum Stay with My Friend Julie – Episode 078

PUBLISHED: February 15, 2021 | By Hilary Erickson

Recovering Little Child Lying in the Hospital Bed Sleeping, Mother Holds Her Hand Comforting. Focus on the Hands. Emotional Family Moment.

10 Reasons You Might Need an IV in Labor

PUBLISHED: February 12, 2021 | By Hilary Erickson

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