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Hubby was great at the birth
Husband Karl was a fantastic birth partner, says new mum KellyJo.

Waters broke watching The Simpsons

Watching The Simpsons led to the onset of labour for young mum Charlotte....

Gran's birth story

When Chloe was sent home from hospital, baby Rhianna was born at her Gran's house. ...

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...

A fast first labour

Giving birth doesn't have to be hard. Baby Naomi was born after just 90 minutes and two...

Forceps delivery

Katie was told they had one chance to get the baby out or they'd have to do a...

Third baby in three years

Vicky was induced for her first two babies so wasn't sure she'd spot the signs of labour third time...

Long labour and a lot of pain!

Diabetic Kristina was induced and suffered a painful 20-hour labour with son Lucas....

Induction at 41+1 weeks

Holly was induced when she went 8 days past her due date and surprised the midwives by going into...

Questions for your hospital visit

Visiting the hospital where you plan to have your baby? Here's what to ask....

Post-birth trauma

If you had a difficult birth, perhaps you’re suffering from post-birth trauma. Here’s where to...

What happens in a multiple birth?

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

Water births : the facts

Thinking about having a water birth? here's what you need to know. ...

Pros and cons for an epidural

It's a good idea to think about whether or not you'd like an epidural before the big day - but...

Tricky birth but breastfeeding joy

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

I had a C-section without anaesthetic

Self-hypnosis was the only pain control this new mum used during the delivery of her first baby by...

Can I eat during labour?

Q: A friend told me that eating during labour will give me energy for the birth, but other people...

My huge 10lb 10oz baby

Medical staff thought the baby would be big, but not THAT big!...

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