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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.
Hospital birth
Hospitals are trying increasingly harder to meet all of your labour needs and comforts.
Preparing for a cesarean
If you know you’re going to have
a cesarean getting clued in to what’s likely to happen will help calm your
nerves on the day… Before the surgery- You’ll be asked not to eat
or drink for a num . . .
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.
When should I go to hospital?
It may seem tempting to rush to hospital as soon as you feel the first twinge of a contraction, but the longer you stay at home, the better. However, if contractions become stronger or vaginal bleedin . . .
How often do I go for my prenatal checks?
Your
prenatal checks will be something you look forward to, as not only do they
provide a place to answer your questions and allay your fears, but they keep
you up to date on your baby's progress a . . .
Later prenatal checkups
After your initial antenatal visit, your check-ups will be a lot shorter and occur over a set number of weeks that your midwife or GP decides best.
Will I see the same caregivers all the way through?
Depending on the type of antenatal care you are receiving, you may or may not see the same caregivers throughout your pregnancy. If you attend an antenatal clinic at your hospital, there is less chanc . . .
How often will I see my midwife?
Your midwife will be one of the most important people you see during your pregnancy, at your labour and for a short period, postnatally. She will usually be your first port of call for information as . . .
Undescended testicles
Your baby boy’s testicles start to form a few weeks after conception, developing high up in his abdomen.
Around six months before he’s born, they start to move downwards towards his . . .