Robert A. Bradley, M.D.
Now completely revised and updated for today's parents-to-be... The book that started a revolution in the birthing experience and helped millions of women and their partners to a safe and natural childbirth. The Bradley Method has changed the way ... [... more]
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Childbirth - pain relief options
Childbirth is usually a painful experience. Pain relief options include drug-free methods as well as medications such as nitrous oxide (gas), pethidine and epidural anaesthesia. Other options include hypnosis, acupunture, massage, breathing ... [... more]
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Elisabeth Bing
Six Practical Lessons for an Easier Childbirth Elisabeth Bing [... more]
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Childbirth - medical interventions
Giving birth may require medical intervention. Procedures can include induction, augmentation, episiotomy, forceps delivery or caesarean section. Some intervention procedures may not be necessary, but intervention can also make birth safer for a ... [... more]
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Childbirth - help for women from overseas
Women from a non-English speaking background, including migrant and refugee women, can improve their English skills for a better pregnancy and birth. A better understanding of the English language will help to communicate with health ... [... more]
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Postnatal depression
One in eight mothers develops postnatal depression in the days or weeks after giving birth. The exact causes are unknown; however, the enormous physical, emotional and social changes that happen at childbirth are thought to play a significant ... [... more]
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Pelvic floor
The pelvic floor muscles support the bladder, uterus and bowel. Pregnancy, childbirth, obesity and the straining of chronic constipation can weaken the pelvic floor. These muscles can be strengthened with special exercises. The pelvic floor ... [... more]
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Streptococcal infection - group B
Group B streptococcal bacteria can cause a wide range of illnesses. One to four out of every 1,000 newborns contract group B streptococcal infection (GBS) from their mothers during childbirth. Life-threatening complications include blood ... [... more]
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Uterine inversion
Uterine inversion is a potentially life-threatening complication of childbirth. After the baby is born, the placenta fails to detach from the uterine wall. Instead, it exits the vagina and pulls the uterus inside-out. Uterine inversion is a ... [... more]
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Prolapse of the uterus
A uterine prolapse occurs when weakened or damaged muscles and ligaments allow the uterus to slip into the vagina. Causes include childbirth, obesity and hormonal changes after menopause. Treatment options include pelvic floor exercises and ... [... more]
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Jay Hathaway
Now completely revised and updated for today's parents-to-be... The book that started a revolution in the birthing experience and helped millions of women and their partners to a safe and natural childbirth. The Bradley Method has changed the way ... [... more]
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Roger Goldberg
Understanding, Treating, and Preventing the Most Common Physical Aftereffects of Pregnancy and Childbirth Ever Since I Had My Baby "Now women have it all-a much-needed book covering an undiscussed part of women's health, a book that beautifully ... [... more]
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