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  • Hydrocephalus - Causes

    Hydrocephalus present at birth (congenital) can be caused by conditions like spina bifida.

  • Pain relief in labour

    Find out about the different methods of pain relief in labour, including self-help, gas and air, birth pools, pethidine and epidurals.

  • What happens if your baby is breech?

    Find out about baby positions before birth including breech (feet first) and transverse (lying sideways) – plus what can be done to turn babies in the wrong position, and the safest options for birth.

  • Forceps or vacuum delivery

    Find out about assisted birth or assisted delivery, where forceps or vacuum (ventouse) are used to help deliver the baby.

  • Your 6-week postnatal check

    Find out about the postnatal check that happens around 6 weeks after the birth, where you can discuss any health issues you may have, including contraception.

  • Early days

    Find out what to expect in the first few weeks after your baby's birth, including checks for you and your baby, feeding and poo.

  • Diabetes and pregnancy

    Find out about diabetes in pregnancy, including types 1 and 2, the risks to you and your baby, and how to manage the condition.

  • Oesophageal atresia and tracheo-oesophageal fistula

    Oesophageal atresia is a rare birth defect that affects a baby's oesophagus (the tube through which food passes from the mouth to the stomach).

  • Getting to know your newborn

    What to expect in the first few days after birth, including your baby's appearance, birthmarks, tests and fontanelles.

  • Autosomal recessive polycystic kidney disease - Symptoms

    Read about the symptoms of autosomal recessive polycystic kidney disease (ARPKD) that can occur before or soon after birth and during infancy and childhood.