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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.
Antenatal tests for twins
It’s
more difficult to test twins for a condition such as Down syndrome, as the results of a single
blood test can’t be applied to two babies. In this situation you’ll have a nuchal translucency sca . . .
When can an ultrasound scan detect
As early as your 12 weeks scan will reveal whether or not you are carrying twins or multiples.
Meningitis
This can be a devastating illness because it’s difficult to diagnose and symptoms develop very quickly.
It’s an inflammation of the membrane covering the brain and spinal cord, and c . . .
Common cold
Most babies suffer from some kind of cold before they reach their first birthday because their immune systems are still developing and they have a tendency to transfer germs by putting their h . . .
When can the ultrasound detect twins?
An ultrasound scan can show whether you’re carrying twins or multiples as early as your first trimester screen, carried out between 11 and 13 weeks. The sonographer can even identify whether you’re . . .
Blocked nose and pregnancy
Having a blocked up, stuffy nose during pregnancy is very common.
It’s caused by your mucus and nasal membranes swelling because of the increased levels of estrogen and progesterone . . .
Toddler development:thirty-four months
As your child becomes more used to (and hopefully less aggressive) towards other children it might be a good idea to introduce the idea of sharing.
Some children with older or younger siblin . . .
Inductions and being overdue
It can be quite disconcerning to have your due date come and go. However, there are methods useful for inducing labour such as a
membrane sweep, Syntocinon and others to aid you along in the delivery . . .
I'm overdue - what happens now?
It is not uncommon for pregnant women to go over their due date. If it is felt that your baby will be better off coming out, an induction may be given.