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… the baby's health and decide whether to wait for natural labour. You may have tests to make sure everything is okay. … baby have no problems, you may be told to wait for natural labour. But if the doctor or midwife thinks it would be … later, then you may get medicine to start (induce) your labour. If the medicine doesn't start your labour or labour …
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… Treatment can usually cure hepatitis C. How is it diagnosed during pregnancy? A blood test for hepatitis C is usually done during pregnancy. First, a hepatitis C (HCV) antibody test … health professionals who treat you or your baby during labour, delivery, and recovery know that you have hepatitis …
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… are trained to provide medical care and support before, during, and after the birth. Doctors and midwives share the … often teach you how to use comfort measures to manage pain during labour. If you work with a midwife, you may be able to have …
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… tube defects . Being too large. This can cause problems during labour and delivery. Mothers who are obese have a higher risk of: Problems during pregnancy, such as high blood pressure , gestational …
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… What is bedrest? Bedrest is limiting physical activity during your pregnancy. It can last a few weeks or even … also prescribe bedrest if you have serious health problems during your pregnancy. Sometimes bedrest is prescribed if … your body, the more energy and strength you will have for labour and to care for your new baby. It is normal to have a …
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… Information Overview To help control the pain and stress of labour, you may get opioid pain medicines. The medicine can … Labour and Delivery Pregnancy: Should I Have an Epidural During Childbirth? Vaginal Birth After Caesarean (VBAC) … Labour and Delivery Pregnancy: Should I Have an Epidural During Childbirth? Vaginal Birth After Caesarean (VBAC) …
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… ripening) to allow the baby to pass through the birth canal during delivery. How To Use This drug is inserted high in … on the cervix surgery on the womb (uterus) vaginal bleeding during pregnancy womb scarring This drug should not be used … labor has already started, or if your water has broken. During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when …
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… the uterus. The placenta is a round, flat organ that forms during pregnancy. It gives the baby food and oxygen from … pregnancy. Having had placental abruption before. Smoking during pregnancy. Less common risk factors include: Using … occur because of a car crash, a fall, or physical abuse. Prelabour rupture of membranes for 24 hours or more, especially …
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… is the lower part of the uterus. It leads to the vagina. During pregnancy, it is tightly closed to protect the baby. … This is a clue that your cervix may not stay closed during pregnancy. Have a short cervix and have a history of … during the procedure. Excessive blood loss. Preterm prelabour rupture of membranes (pPROM). This means your water …
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… and protects your baby. It usually happens when you are in labour or close to labour. When it happens, women often say their "water … in the amniotic fluid may help start or strengthen labour. Sometimes your membranes may be ruptured by your …
