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… pubic area are washed with an antibacterial solution. The incision site may be covered … pubic area are washed with an antibacterial solution. The incision site may be covered …
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Topic Overview What is a vaginal birth after caesarean (VBAC)? If you have had a caesarean delivery (also called a C-section) before, you may be able to deliver your next baby vaginally. This is …
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… basic information about normal labour and delivery. If you need information on … see: Pregnancy Caesarean Section Vaginal Birth After Caesarean (VBAC) … well or is in trouble. You will have sterile vaginal examinations to check whether your …
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… Childbirth: Labouring in water and water delivery Choosing where to give birth: … labour. Doulas and support during childbirth Vaginal birth It is possible to have a vaginal birth after a caesarean. This type of …
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… period. It lasts for 3 months after delivery. You can expect that your body will … 1 to 4: Mild pain Mild pain Have you had any vaginal bleeding in the last 48 hours? Yes Vaginal bleeding No Vaginal bleeding When this …
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… offer tubs or whirlpools for labour. If yours does, talk to your doctor or midwife about labouring in … tub. Delivering in water A water birth is the delivery of a baby while in a tub or pool of …
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… Overview The idea of giving birth can be overwhelming, especially if it's … can help you plan and start practicing for labour and birth. Medical pain relief options Each woman experiences the pain of labour differently. You may choose medicinal …
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… Overview What is premature (preterm) birth? Pregnancy normally … A baby born early is called preterm (or premature). Preterm babies are sometimes … a vein or a tube in their nose. Sick and very premature infants may need other treatments. …
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… Overview Group B strep infection is caused by a type of … of bacteria than the kind that causes strep throat. You may have this kind of bacteria in … baby. After birth, doctors will watch and may test your baby. If your baby tests positive …
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… is the normal and safest fetal position for birth. But in about 4 out of 100 births, the … labour starts, you may be able to have a vaginal birth. You also can ask your doctor if … babies are healthy and don't have problems after birth. Talk to your doctor if you're …
