We get a fair number of questions about policies and procedures at Salem Hospital. While we don't have all the answers, we're confident in answering the 'unmedicated birth' question that comes up often.

If we had a dollar for every time we heard this question. What if we could get you excited about pooping during labor? Because it could be a very good thing.

You’ve probably heard of the mucus plug. But what is its job? And is it as gross as it sounds?