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As the big day approaches, parents have more questions than ever. Find out all about labour and birth -- and what to do once the baby is home.
Countdown to baby
Practical tips for helping your children adjust to the new baby.
Truths and myths about inducing labour.
The delivery room
Labour happens in three stages; here's what to expect during each of them.
Making your choice about pain relief.
From preterm labour to abnormal presentation, the most common labour and delivery complications explained.
Births can be unpredictable. Sometimes, the doctors will decide an emergency Caesarean section is the safest way to go.
You and your newborn
Are you thinking of breastfeeding your new baby? Learn why doctors say breastfeeding, when possible, is usually best for babies.
Only around 6% of boys are circumcised in the UK. How do you decide whether it is right for your new baby son?
What to expect following childbirth, and how to look after yourself in the first few days.
Your body faces significant changes following your baby's birth. When should a new mum seek help?
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