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  • Hydrocephalus - Causes

    Find out what causes hydrocephalus. Hydrocephalus present at birth (congenital) can be caused by conditions like spina bifida. Hydrocephalus that develops later (acquired) is often the result of an injury or illness.

  • Deafblindness - Causes

    Read about the main causes of deafblindness, including problems that can be present from birth and those that can develop later on.

  • Congenital heart disease - Diagnosis

    In many cases, congenital heart disease is diagnosed in a baby during pregnancy. However, a diagnosis may sometimes only be confirmed after the birth.

  • Cerebral palsy – Causes

    Read about the causes of cerebral palsy, including problems that can develop before, during or shortly after birth. Also, find out what can increase a baby's chances of being born with the condition.

  • 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.

  • Prenatal and postnatal yoga video

    Whether you're currently pregnant or have recently given birth, look after your body with this prenatal and postnatal exercise home workout video from the NHS Fitness Studio.

  • Your post-pregnancy body

    Tips and exercises to help you get back into shape after birth. Includes advice on diastasis recti (separated stomach muscles), how to ease back pain and safe exercises for the pelvic floor and stomach.

  • 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.

  • Losing your partner or child in pregnancy

    Information and advice about coping with grief after the death of a child or partner soon after giving birth.

  • Keeping fit and healthy with a baby

    Read more about exercising and healthy eating after giving birth, including ideas for staying fit with a baby and easy ways for new parents to eat more healthily. Also, tips for parents on stopping smoking.