Anderson searched for patterns in the advice she collected about pregnancy and childbirth. Explains how shared experience in the form of stories and advice provides a link between generations and members of the folk group. Discusses how beliefs, myths, and superstitions create a sense of control and a method of coping with discomfort. Describes beliefs concerning pain and nausea, inducing labor, gender divination, and general beliefs. Created by Melissa A. Anderson while enrolled in Jill Terry Rudy's English 392 class during fall semester of 2002 at Brigham Young University.