So proud of my no epidural birth

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...

One big push and a third-degree tear

Midwives thought a C-section was on the cards, but a massive push saw baby Emily pop out. ...

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...

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. ...

Will my vagina recover from the birth?

Q: I'm 36 weeks pregnant and am worried about my vagina stretching and becoming disfigured when I...

Can I have 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 like...

Our baby was born in the car

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

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. ...

My Group B Strep baby

Bex had to hang on until the antibiotics took effect to keep her baby out of special care....

Baby's first feed

If you want to breastfeed, get your baby to latch on as soon as possible after the birth....

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