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Recovery after a caesarean
Recovery after a caesarean section - whether it's an emergency or planned - will take several weeks. Find out what to expect after you have had your baby.
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Planned or elective caesarean
There are important things to consider if you are having a planned, or elective, caesarean.
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Emergency caesarean
Sometimes birth doesn't go as expected. If you or your baby are at risk, there might be a need to do an emergency caesarean.
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Having a caesarean
A caesarean is an operation to deliver a baby through a cut in the abdomen (tummy) and uterus (womb). It might be planned (elective) or an emergency procedure.
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Giving birth to twins
Twins are more likely to be born early, often before 38 weeks, so it's important to understand your birth options, complications and special care.
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Malpresentation
Malpresentation is when your baby is in an unusual position as the birth approaches. Sometimes it’s possible to move the baby, but a caesarean maybe safer.
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Multiple birth - triplets or more
If you are pregnant with triplets or more, the birth will need careful planning. The main risk is that your babies will be born prematurely. Find out more here.
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Fetal distress
Fetal distress is a sign your baby isn't getting enough oxygen through the placenta. It might mean they need closer monitoring or an intervention to speed up the birth.
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Interventions during labour
An ‘intervention’ is an action taken by a midwife or doctor that literally intervenes in the birthing process. Read about the different types of intervention.
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Epidural
Epidural is highly effective local anaesthetic procedure includes injecting anaesthetic around the spinal nerves in your lower back to block pain from contraction.
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