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Episiotomy
An episiotomy is a surgical incision made in the perineum, (the area of skin between your vagina and anus) to enlarge the vaginal opening for a baby’s head to emerge.
Hospital birth
Hospitals are trying increasingly harder to meet all of your labour needs and comforts.
Natural pain relief in labor
There are many types of natural pain relief that can be used during labour.
The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
Babies in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) are cared for in a unique environment where they’re constantly monitored so that if problems do occur they can be dealt with straightaway.
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Water birth
Giving birth in water can be soothing and relaxing for both you and your baby.
What can and can't I do in labor?
It may be best to stay at home at the first signs of early labour, otherwise you may have a long and boring wait ahead of you. Luckily you can still perform light activities and still enjoy a snack or . . .
Can I bath my newborn straightaway?
As soon as you get your newborn home from the hospital you can give him a bath. Just remember to use newborn friendly bath supplies.
Bathing your newborn
Most moms feel a little
apprehensive when bathing their newborns for the first time because newborns
are small, fragile and very slippery when wet. When you’re at the hospital, a
nurse will give yo . . .
Holding your baby in a baby bath
For small babies up to four or
five months, a specially designed plastic baby bath is ideal.Some baths fit
neatly over the sides of the main bath and can be filled from the main bath
faucet and dra . . .
Soothing your crying baby
Every baby cries, so do not feel disheartened if your little one is spending countless hours in tears. There are lots of ways to soothe and help a crying newborn.