Articles about "healthy mothers" 313
Writing a birth plan
All women are encouraged to write a birth plan during their pregnancy, so that everyone involved can clearly understand what kind of birth they desire.
Bonding with your unborn baby
Bonding with you baby while she is in your womb is not only an exhilarating experience, but also excellent for your baby’s development.
Breech births
A breech baby is a baby who sits upright in your womb rather than headfirst. About one baby in four is breech at 28 weeks, but most turn around at 36 weeks. Often babies who come early are breech beca . . .
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.
Cesarean section
Whether Cesarean sections are planned or determined necessary once labour has started, they can be very frightening for a mum-to-be that does not know what to expect. Luckily there are ways to prepar . . .
Positioning baby for birth
A mother's position and movement in the final weeks of pregnancy can influence the baby's position in the womb, and can make the delivery of the baby easier.
Home birth
Lots of women choose to have their babies in the intimate surroundings of home and new statistics show that the percentage of home births in the UK has risen by seven per cent.
Positions for delivery
Though most women envision having a baby while lying on their back, it is becoming more popular to try different positions during labour to find a position that feels the most natural and comfortable . . .
Twins and multiples
Most twin or multiply pregnancies can be born vaginally with no problems, although the mother will need close monitoring throughout her labour.
Water birth
Giving birth in water can be soothing and relaxing for both you and your baby.