Multiple births

As labour starts, a mother’s mood changes and she becomes less aware of what is happening outside her body, and more aware of what is happening inside her body.

By taking responsibility for your body, you can maximise your level of wellbeing and enjoy good health.

Good nutrition is of the utmost importance during your pregnancy

This stage lasts from the birth of the baby until the placenta is delivered, usually from 5–20 minutes.

You may need to consider some personal issues before you become pregnant.

*Check whether the maternity ward has a list of the items you will need.

Items for hospital stay

In a normal, uncomplicated labour and delivery, the use of medication is not always necessary. Your own resources are often enough.

Physical changes

Clothing

The following signs of labour may occur in any order.
1. Progressive contractions

Physical changes

Older siblings learn about sharing, life-long love and friendship.

A Caesarean birth is the delivery of your baby through an abdominal uterine incision, instead of vaginally.

Screening ultrasound scan

Today an increasing number of women are facing the challenges of pregnancy, birth and parenthood alone. This may be through personal choice or circumstantial.

Each woman’s labour is unique and unpredictable. It is important therefore that you are prepared for all the possible eventualities and you keep an open mind.

This stage begins when the cervix reaches complete dilation and effacement, and it ends with the birth of the baby.

In most instances, the baby’s head is the presenting part that moves into your pelvis before labour begins.

Labour support is a concept that has been around for thousands of years.