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Labour and birth
It’s normal for mums-to-be to find the idea of labour very daunting but remember, once your baby’s born and you’re experiencing the incredible feelings of love and joy, it will all have been worthwhile. To help you plan, you’ll find lots of advice here, from how to write a birth plan and your pain relief options to what to expect during and after the birth. And remember, we’re always here with advice and understanding if you need someone to talk to!
Suzanne, pregnancy advisor and mum
Helping you prepare for labour and birth
- I’m so nervous about the birth
- Your birthing options
- What are my pain relief options?
- Do I need to choose a birth partner?
- How do I write a birth plan?
- What should I put in my hospital bag?
- What are Braxton Hicks contractions?
- Contractions
- What if I need a caesarean section?
- How will I know I'm in labour?
- The stages of labour
- When should I go into hospital?
- What happens when I get to hospital?
- Food and drink during labour
- Tips for getting through labour
- Tips for involving your partner at the birth
- How can I help bring on labour?
- What if I have to be induced?
- Understanding your feeding options
- Your body after birth
- How long will stitches take to heal?
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