Be as prepared as possible for B-day by reading up on all the birth options available to mums-to-be.

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Women given right to choose C-section
Women given right to choose C-section on NHS
More home births needed
Women will be encouraged to give birth at home
Counselling for pregnant mums considering C-sections
Mums-to-be worried about giving birth naturally are to be offered psychiatric counseling under new draft guidelines issued by the National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE)
Questions for your hospital visit
Visiting the hospital where you plan to have your baby? Here's what to ask.
How to make a birth plan
Writing a birth plan helps you think about important decisions before your labour begins.
Expert advice on your birth options
Worried about the birth? Find out the pros and cons of home, hospital or birth unit for the big day.
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.
How good is your hospital?
A review of maternity services found massive variations across the country. How did your area rate?
Considering hypnotherapy for the birth?
How hypnotherapy can help you cope with childbirth.
Hospital, birth centre or home?
Everything you need to know about where to give birth.
Six secrets of an easier birth
Due date nearly here? Read our essential guide to making it easier on yourself…
Where to have your baby
We help you make the right choice for your baby's birth.
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