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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!

What does labor feel like with an epidural?

PUBLISHED: September 28, 2020 | UPDATED: September 28, 2020 | By Hilary Erickson

What does a contraction feel like?

PUBLISHED: September 24, 2020 | UPDATED: September 30, 2020 | By Hilary Erickson

Picking Your Pregnancy Healthcare Provider — PCP 058

PUBLISHED: September 21, 2020 | UPDATED: September 21, 2020 | By Hilary Erickson

When Breastfeeding is Not Working: Signs breastfeeding won’t work

PUBLISHED: September 21, 2020 | UPDATED: January 19, 2021 | By Hilary Erickson

Delivery Room Rules: How to act in the land of Labor and Delivery

PUBLISHED: September 18, 2020 | UPDATED: September 18, 2020 | By Hilary Erickson

Save on an Owlet Monitor & NURSE review

PUBLISHED: September 14, 2020 | UPDATED: January 8, 2021 | By Hilary Erickson

Pain Management Options in Labor — PCP 056

PUBLISHED: September 7, 2020 | UPDATED: September 7, 2020 | By Hilary Erickson

The MOST accurate — am I pregnant quiz!

PUBLISHED: August 17, 2020 | UPDATED: January 6, 2021 | By Hilary Erickson

Problems Breastfeeding with Katie Clark, the Breastfeeding Mama – PCP 053

PUBLISHED: August 17, 2020 | UPDATED: January 19, 2021 | By Hilary Erickson

How Long Does an Epidural Last?

PUBLISHED: August 10, 2020 | UPDATED: August 19, 2020 | By Hilary Erickson

Gifts for Labor and Delivery Nurses

PUBLISHED: July 27, 2020 | UPDATED: July 27, 2020 | By Hilary Erickson

Induction: 5 Reasons Why — PCP 049

PUBLISHED: July 6, 2020 | UPDATED: July 25, 2020 | By Hilary Erickson

Postpartum Recovery Tips: Healing your placenta scab self care

PUBLISHED: July 3, 2020 | UPDATED: January 8, 2021 | By Hilary Erickson

5 Decisions to Make Before Delivery

PUBLISHED: July 2, 2020 | UPDATED: July 9, 2020 | By Hilary Erickson

Should You Hire a Doula? – Pros and Cons from an L&D Nurse

PUBLISHED: June 29, 2020 | UPDATED: January 12, 2021 | By Hilary Erickson

How to Choose a Doula with April Davis from The Vagina Blog — PCP 047

PUBLISHED: June 22, 2020 | UPDATED: July 1, 2020 | By Hilary Erickson

Using a Heating Pad While Pregnant: Can you use it on your stomach?

PUBLISHED: June 21, 2020 | UPDATED: January 6, 2021 | By Hilary Erickson

Labor and Delivery Myths: The Lies of Labor

PUBLISHED: June 17, 2020 | UPDATED: June 26, 2020 | By Hilary Erickson

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