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Learn the ABCs of L&D
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Station
Station tells you how far down your baby's head is in the birth canal (see "engagement"). If you hear positive and negative numbers, the nurse, doctor, or midwife is likely referring to station. Zero station indicates engaged, and a plus-five means baby is crowning.
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