Warning notification:Warning

Unfortunately, you are using an outdated browser. Please, upgrade your browser to improve your experience with HSE. The list of supported browsers:

  1. Chrome
  2. Edge
  3. FireFox
  4. Opera
  5. Safari

Labour

How to tell if you're in labour, what contractions feel like and how to manage labour pain

Preparing for labour and birth

Find out how to get ready for labour and birth

Signs of labour

Learn about the signs of labour and what contractions feel like

Labour pain

Learn about how to prepare for labour and pain relief options

Premature labour

Read about signs and causes of labour before 37 weeks

Inducing labour

Read about why labour may be induced and the methods used