The benefits of skin-to-skin contact after birth
That first cuddle with your new baby is a magical time, but did you know it's also an important time for your health and the health of your newborn?
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How to get baby in the best position for labour
Did you know the way your sit, work and travel in late pregnancy can affect your labour and birth? Here are tips on how to get your baby in the ideal position - the anterior position - for birth ...
19 tips to help you prepare for a c-section
Here are some tips from our forum members to help you find out what to expect from a caesarean section.
What to pack for labour and hospital – a checklist
Are you unsure about what to pack in your hospital bag? Do you need to pack nappies? What clothes will the baby need? Will you want anything specific for when you're in labour?
Your antenatal care and childbirth options explained
You've just found out you're pregnant! Now what? Public or private? Obstetrician or GP? Birthing centre or home birth? Check out our easy guide to help you decide which antenatal care option is best for you ...
Birth plans – writing a birth plan and printable template
Make your birth plan flexible, positive and brief. Share it with your midwife during your prenatal visits, and present a copy to the midwife-on-duty when you're admitted to hospital. Use our printable birth plan template to get started.
Premature labour signs and treatment
What happens if you think you're going into labour before 37 weeks? How do you know for sure - what signs should be looking for? Here are the signs of pre-term labour ...
The stages of labour explained
Thinking about labour and childbirth can be daunting so it is best to be prepared. Here we explain the stages of labour so you know what to expect ...
What is delayed cord clamping?
A growing number of parents are choosing delayed cord clamping for their baby. But what are the benefits and how do you delay cord clamping?
Labour pain: how your hormones help
These hormones, from the deepest and oldest parts of our brain, cause the physical processes of labour and birth, as well as influence our emotion and behaviour.
