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C-section due to placental abruption
Heavy bleeding meant baby Ellie-Rose had to be whisked out by emergency C-section.

C-section with a breech baby

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Waters only broke right at the end

The hardest thing for Jennifer was being told not to push out the baby, although her body was...

Emergency C-section saved baby's life

Hayley gave birth under general anaesthetic after her baby's heart rate fell dangerously low during...

Vaginal birth recovery

What to expect and how to help the healing...

What happens in a multiple birth?

Giving birth to twins or more is a bit different. Here's what is likely to happen....

Our baby was born in the car

Despite driving like a maniac, dad couldn't get to the hospital in...

Tricky birth but breastfeeding joy

Tracy-Anne persevered and after 8 weeks, baby Daisy finally latched on. ...

Bleeding in pregnancy

Bleeding in the first trimester of pregnancy can be harmless, but you should know when to take...

Get a better birth with our doula webchat

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Can I have a natural birth after a C-section?

Q: I had a Caesarean with my first baby as he became distressed during labour, but I’d really...

I had obstetric cholestasis

Sarah was warned she'd need to have an early birth to avoid complications with her pregnant...

My baby was a footling breech

Christine opted for a planned C-section when told her son was a footling breech - and a big 'un. ...

What happens during a Caesarean?

Here's what to expect if you end up giving birth by C-section....

Can I have a home birth?

Are you among the 43% of women who fancy having a home birth? Find out whether it might suit you....

Bleeding in pregnancy

Bleeding in pregnancy can be harmless, but you should know when to take action. Here are the facts....

C-section after baby couldn't find the exit!

Sandra's induction seemed to be going to plan until baby Joshua refused to head down the birth...

My fantastic HypnoBirth

Callie amazed the midwives with her calm labour and delivery thanks to hypnobirthing methods. ...

My mum was my midwife

It was a real family affair when Stephanie's own mother delivered baby Claudia....

Is bleeding normal in early pregnancy?

Q: Is bleeding in early pregnancy...

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