A retained placenta is when part or all of the placenta is not delivered after the baby is born. It can lead to serious infection or blood loss.

The placenta develops inside the uterus (womb) during pregnancy. It gives your baby nutrients and oxygen. Find out more about the placenta here.

Even if you’re healthy and well prepared for childbirth, there’s always a chance of unexpected problems. Learn more about labour complications.

Postpartum haemorrhage is when you bleed more than normal after giving birth. It can be very serious and requires medical attention right away.

Most new parents know 'breast is best', but while more than 9 out of 10 babies are breastfed at birth, few mums are breastfeeding exclusively 5 months later.

Freebirth is when a woman chooses to birth her baby without medical or midwifery assistance, but this greater independence comes with some risks.

Glossary of common terms and abbreviations used in pregnancy and labour.

As your baby grows, you will gradually gain weight. How much weight you gain will depend on how much you weighed before your pregnancy.