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The area between the vagina and anus (perineum) can tear during birth.  Here we talk about how to care for yourself and recover after a perineal tear.
Will it affect the baby or your labour? Here’s the information you need if you have been told you might have a low-lying placenta or placenta praevia.
Tagged with: Caesarean birth
We discuss the advantages and risks of elective repeat caesarean sections. We also answer some frequently asked questions about them...
Tagged with: Water birth
If you’ve decided you want a water birth but you’re unsure how to plan it, here’s how you arrange to get a birthing pool and prepare yourself for using it.
After birth, your baby will have health checks to detect conditions and abnormalities. Here we look at the different checks and tests they'll have...
It’s understandable that we focus on mums in the postnatal period but let’s not forget the dads and co-parents who also need support.
Weeping at the TV and euphoria when they smile – having a baby is a huge emotional rollercoaster. Here are the moods you might expect after you give birth…
If you’re keen to get back to your fitness routine but are not sure how safe it is, here’s what you need to know.
Postnatal psychosis is one of the most serious postnatal mental health conditions, yet it’s rarely spoken about. Here’s what you need to know.
We talk to Eve Canavan who had postpartum psychosis and how she used her experience to advise EastEnders on their storyline to raise awareness about it.

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