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How to make a birth plan
Find a birth plan template and learn about making a birth plan, including where to give birth, pain relief options, who to have with you and your feelings on intervention.
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Your body after the birth
Advice about stitches, piles, bleeding and other physical changes after birth, plus tips to help you make a healthy recovery.
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Labour and birth
How to tell if you're in labour and what happens during labour and birth.
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Sex and contraception after birth
Find out about sex and contraception after birth, including contraception you can use while breastfeeding.
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Tips for your birth partner
Find out how your birth partner can help during labour, such as reminding you of relaxation techniques, massaging you and holding your hand.
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The stages of labour and birth
Find out what happens during labour and birth, including the 3 stages of labour, contractions, dilation, birth positions and monitoring your baby.
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Giving birth outside the UK
Find out what healthcare arrangements you need to make if you want to give birth outside the UK.
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Giving birth to twins or more
What to expect when your twins or triplets are born, including your birth choices and what happens if your babies are premature.
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Where to give birth: the options
Find out about your options for where to give birth: at home, in hospital or at a midwife-led (midwifery) unit.
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Premature labour and birth
Find out about premature labour and birth (before 37 weeks of pregnancy), and what you might expect if it happens.