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… You and your birth partner can take part more fully in a vaginal birth than you can in a caesarean delivery. During a … usually hold her baby within the first few minutes after a vaginal birth. After a caesarean, the mother's time with her … or not remember much about the birth. Whether you plan a vaginal birth after caesarean (VBAC) or a repeat caesarean, …
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… cramping for a few hours. You may have a small amount of vaginal discharge. Ask your doctor when it is okay for you … to: Find and treat bleeding problems. Control sudden, heavy vaginal bleeding that is causing heavy blood loss or a low … for testing. For example, a post-menopausal woman who has vaginal bleeding may be tested for signs of endometrial …
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… in the rectum alone, you can try medicines given in a suppository, enema, or foam. Avoid medicines that can make … in the rectum alone, you can try medicines given in a suppository, enema, or foam. Avoid medicines that can make …
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… get weak or damaged. It's often linked to pregnancy and vaginal childbirth. During pregnancy and delivery, pelvic … may feel pressure from pelvic organs pressing against the vaginal wall. Your lower belly may feel very full, and you … linked to pregnancy and childbirth. During pregnancy and vaginal delivery, pelvic muscles can get stretched and …
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… for your baby to make sure it works! If you use a diaper cream, ensure that it is cloth-diaper friendly (or use a disposable liner). Some creams build up on diapers and cause them to leak Follow the …
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… Overview The most rare yet most serious risk of vaginal birth after caesarean (VBAC) is that the scar on the … damage or death. Caesarean Section Vaginal Birth After Caesarean (VBAC) Citations Guise JM, et al. (2010). Vaginal birth after cesarean: New insights . Evidence Report …
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… care of your feet. Apply lanolin or other moisturizing skin cream. It will help to keep the skin on your feet soft and to prevent calluses and cracks. But don't put the cream between your toes. Clean underneath your toenails … care of your feet. Apply lanolin or other moisturizing skin cream. It will help to keep the skin on your feet soft and …
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… of the skin to return to normal. Using a moisturizer, cream, or petroleum jelly can help relieve dry skin. If … medicine might work best. Your doctor may suggest steroid creams. These can help if the skin is itchy or irritated. … of the skin to return to normal. Using a moisturizer, cream, or petroleum jelly can help relieve dry skin. If …
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… table, even for a second! Babies move around, so keep creams, pins, etc. out of reach. Give your baby a toy to … dry, rub on a thin layer of petroleum jelly, or zinc based cream Avoid using airtight plastic pants over the diaper Try …
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… symptoms from getting worse. Topical medicines are usually creams, gels, or ointments. They include medicines such as … at least twice a day. If your doctor prescribes a cream, use it as directed. If your doctor prescribes other … your hands or after bathing. Use petroleum jelly or a cream such as Cetaphil, Lubriderm, or Moisturel that does …