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Birth complications
Although most women go on to have successful births and healthy babies, it is worth preparing yourself for the unexpected things that can happen during labour and birth.
Pain relief in labor
There are many options to relive pain during labour, but deciding which method is right for you can be a tricky decision. Gas and air, Pethidine, epidurals and spinal blocks are just a few options you . . .
Perineal tears
Although it is common for perineal tears to happen during labour, there are ways to prevent it from happening.
Am I in labor?
There are many different symptoms to look out for in determing whether or not you are in labour. You may experience engagement, a nesting instinct, or Braxton Hicks Contractions to name a few.
Birthmarks
There are many different birthmarks that your baby can be born with. These are nothing to fear and will very often fade with time or be covered with hair.
Jaundice
Jaundice is pretty common in
newborn babies and you’ll probably notice that your baby has a slight yellowish
tinge to his skin in the first days after his birth. It’s caused by a breakdown
of red b . . .
Playing with your newborn
The best thing to do with your newborn is to play and encourage them to aid them along in their development.
Vitamin K concerns
You may have concerns about your
baby being given a vitamin K injection after he’s born because of research
carried out in the early nineties that suggested it might be linked to
childhood leukemia . . .
Am I pregnant?
Some women say they knew they were pregnant before a test was ever taken. But for those who are unsure, there are simple signs to be on the look out for.
Getting pregnant concerns
When deciding to become pregnant there are countless concerns about how it will affect your life. Everything from wether dieting is safe to if folic acids should be taken are on the top of the list.