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Some women at risk of preterm labour may benefit from having a stitch inserted into the neck of the womb. This is usually done under a general anaesthetic. It is not suitable for all women at risk of preterm labour, and only 1:100 babies are born between 22 and 28 weeks. Each case needs to […] Read more
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Worrying about labour
When you are pregnant with your first baby, there is no way that you can know what labour is going to feel like. Many women worry about how painful their labour will be and how they will cope with that pain. Nobody can describe a contraction to you – although some will probably try! If […] Read more
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Your baby’s head may begin to move down or engage into your pelvis about this time. You will find that breathing is easier once your baby’s head is engaged, as your baby’s bottom will no longer be pressing up against your lungs. Your pattern of sleep may be troubled and you may find it hard […] Read more
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Gestational Diabetes and Induction of Labour
Recent evidence suggests that inducing labour in women who have gestational diabetes where the baby is seen to be very large is of value. This means that the baby can be delivered before it gets too big. This reduces the risk of birth trauma and does not increase the Caesarean section rate. Read more