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Birth

Find out what happens during birth, when you might need extra medical help and read advice on recovering afterwards

Assisted vaginal birth

Read about assisted births, such as a forceps or ventouse delivery

Giving birth

All you need to know about what happens during labour and birth

Episiotomy

Find out why you may need an episiotomy during labour

After the birth

Read advice on common health problems after giving birth

Breech position

Read about what happens if you baby is in breech position

Caesarean birth

Find out about what happens during a caesarean section

Feeling depressed after childbirth

Find out why you might feel down and how to get support

Planning a positive birth experience

Read about how to mentally and emotionally prepare for birth

Preparing your body for childbirth

Read advice on how to help your baby’s position before labour