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When birth doesn't go to plan

Understanding Postpartum Bleeding and Haemorrhage: What to Expect and When to Seek Help

Highlights In This Article Understanding Normal Bleeding After Birth It is normal to experience vaginal bleeding, known as ‘lochia,’ after...

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When birth doesn't go to plan

Understanding Cleft Lip and Palate: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Support

Highlights In This Article Understanding Cleft Lip or Palate A cleft lip or palate occurs when parts of the lip,...

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When birth doesn't go to plan

Understanding Premature Birth: A Guide for Parents and Caregivers

Highlights In This Article What Defines a Premature Baby? A premature baby is one born before the 37th week of...

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When birth doesn't go to plan

Managing Labour Complications and Postpartum Care

Highlights In This Article Labour Progress Delays A doctor or midwife tracks labour progress by checking the cervix and baby’s...

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When birth doesn't go to plan

Types of Interventions During Labour and Birth: What You Need to Know

Highlights In This Article What is an intervention during labour? An intervention during labour is any action taken by a...

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When birth doesn't go to plan

Understanding Induction of Labour: Methods, Risks, and Decisions

Highlights Induction of labour is when your doctor or midwife starts the labour process artificially.You may be offered an induction...

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When birth doesn't go to plan

Stretch and Sweep: What You Need to Know

Highlights A ‘stretch and sweep’ is a method to try to start labour by gently moving the membranes around your...

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When birth doesn't go to plan

Managing an Overdue Pregnancy: What You Need to Know

Highlights In This Article Defining Overdue Pregnancy Pregnancy usually lasts about 40 weeks, starting from the first day of your...

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Having a caesarean

Vaginal Birth After Caesarean (VBAC): Understanding Your Options

Highlights In This Article What is VBAC? Vaginal Birth After Caesarean (VBAC) refers to the attempt of having a vaginal...

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Having a caesarean

Recovery After a Caesarean Section: What to Expect and How to Care for Yourself

Highlights In This Article Immediate Post-Operative Care After a caesarean section, your medical team will monitor you closely in the...

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