Danielle Rush

Danielle Rush

Labor & Delivery and Postpartum nurse

Danielle Rush, BSN, RN, is a Labor & Delivery and Postpartum nurse and freelance health writer specializing in all things women’s health. Danielle loves to educate, advocate, and inspire her readers. She is also a mama to five beautiful children.

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12 Signs of a High-Needs Baby and What You Can Do

Having a newborn is life-changing. Learn how to care for your high-needs baby and give them the attention and grace they need.

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3 Signs You Might Be Having Twins or Multiples

Learn three signs that you may be carrying more than one baby and the differences between a single and multiples pregnancy.

Vocal Toning in Labor: Why Do Women Moan in Childbirth?

Discover how vocal toning and breathing techniques can help induce calm, ease anxiety, distract from pain, and prove beneficial in labor.

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newborn on his father's arm screams crying with expression of suffering
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12 Signs of a High-Needs Baby and What You Can Do

Having a newborn is life-changing. Learn how to care for your high-needs baby and give them the attention and grace they need.

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How Your Baby’s Vision Works

Learn the vision development milestones for your newborn's eyes. Explore your baby's vision and recognize the joy of that first look.

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Tips and Tricks for Battling Pregnancy Insomnia

Many pregnancies are impacted by sleep difficulties and insomnia. Learn key tips on how to cope with pregnancy insomnia.

Pregnant woman showing ultrasound of her twins.

3 Signs You Might Be Having Twins or Multiples

Learn three signs that you may be carrying more than one baby and the differences between a single and multiples pregnancy.

Vocal Toning in Labor: Why Do Women Moan in Childbirth?

Discover how vocal toning and breathing techniques can help induce calm, ease anxiety, distract from pain, and prove beneficial in labor.

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Hospital Items You Can Use in Labor That You Didn’t Know About

Discover some common hospital items that can help with labor coping, pushing during labor, and other useful tools to help you through.

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Cryptic Pregnancy: Everything You Need to Know

Understand what a cryptic pregnancy is, whether there are no pregnancy symptoms, and what might cause a cryptic pregnancy.

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Uterine Massage: What New Moms Need To Know

We explain how uterine massage after birth helps with uterine involution, plus how a fundal massage can help with recovery.

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Kick Counts: How To Track & Why It’s Necessary

Fetal kick counts are essential to your pregnancy. Understand when and why to start and tips to stimulate kicks in utero.

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Postpartum Shaking: What You Need To Know

Learn about postpartum shaking, understand why it happens, and what can be done with the help of labor nurses.

Placental Abruption: What You Need To Know

Learn what a placental abruption is, what can cause it, what signs to watch for and what the complications for you and your baby are.

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Cytotec for Labor Induction: What You Need to Know

Understand the risks and benefits of using Cytotec for labor induction, as well as the options available and how to advocate for yourself.

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Understanding Hyperemesis Gravidarum

Navigate the hurdles of hyperemesis gravidarum, a severe morning sickness that can impact some pregnant people.

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Degrees of Perineal Tearing in Childbirth

Here's what pregnant women need to know about perineal tears during vaginal births.