An 'intervention' is an action taken by a midwife or doctor to help you birth your baby safely.

You will be offered a morphology scan at week 18 to 22 of pregnancy. Learn what a morphology scan can tell you and how this ultrasound test is done.

An abortion or termination is a medical procedure that ends a pregnancy. If you decide to have an abortion, there are 2 options — surgical or medical.

ECV is a procedure to try to move your baby from a breech position to a head-down position. This is performed by a trained doctor.

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.

There are important things to consider if you are having a planned or elective caesarean such as what happens during and after the procedure.

An episiotomy is a procedure that can be done during a vaginal birth. Read about when and why an episiotomy may be needed and recovery.

Presentation and position refer to where your baby’s head and body is in relation to your birth canal. Learn why it’s important for labour and birth.

There are many reasons someone might choose to terminate a pregnancy. Counselling can help you understand your options. Learn about the process.

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.