Induction of Labour
When labour is started artificially — why induction may be offered, what each step involves, how long it can take, and the risks and benefits to weigh up.
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Monitoring Baby in Labour
Intermittent auscultation and continuous CTG — how your baby's heartbeat is monitored in labour, what each method involves, and the benefits and limitations of both.
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Scans in Pregnancy
What every expectant parent should know about routine scans and additional scans — the dating scan, the anomaly scan, presentation scans and what the sonographer is looking at.
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Third Stage of Labour
Delivering your placenta — what the third stage of labour involves, active versus physiological management, delayed cord clamping and possible complications.
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Second Stage of Labour
Pushing, crowning and birth — what the second stage of labour feels like, birthing positions, tearing, episiotomy and assisted birth.
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Established Labour
How to recognise established labour, when to contact your maternity unit, and what to expect once labour is underway.
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Vitamin K for Baby
Things to consider when giving your baby vitamin K - why it's offered, how it's given, and how to decide.
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Planned Caesarean Section
A complete guide for women planning a c-section - what happens before, during and after, and how to prepare.
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Epidural Pain Relief
What to know before you get an epidural in labour - how it works, what to expect, and the benefits and risks.
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Waters Breaking
Also known as spontaneous rupture of membranes - what it means, how to recognise it, and what to do next.
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The Latent Phase of Labour
Understanding early labour - what it feels like, why it matters, and how to cope at home or in hospital.
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