Labor and Delivery Nurse: history and fun facts
Everything a curious kid might want to know about this job.
Did you know?
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Labor and delivery nurses often help babies say hello to their families on the very same day they are born!
Through history
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Long ago
Long ago, many babies were born at home with help from family and neighbors. Today, nurses in special rooms help parents and babies feel safe and cared for.
Tools of the trade
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Heartbeat Monitor
A soft belt with a small screen. It lets the nurse listen to the baby's heartbeat and check that the baby is doing well.
A day in the job
- Morning Check-InThe nurse says hello to the family, explains each step in a calm voice, and asks how the parent is feeling.
Words to know
- Labor
- Labor is the special time when a baby is getting ready to be born. Nurses help the parent feel calm and comfy during labor.
Quiz time
Labor and delivery nurses only care for babies, not the parents.