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Prolapse after birth
Prolapse after birth happens when weakened muscles cause pelvic organs to bulge into the vagina. Learn about symptoms and how to manage it.
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Umbilical cord prolapse
Umbilical cord prolapse is when the umbilical cord is in your vagina, after your waters break. This medical emergency risks your baby's oxygen supply.
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Malpresentation
Malpresentation is when your baby is in an unusual position as the birth approaches. It may be possible to move the baby, but a caesarean may be safer.
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Waters breaking early
Your waters break when your baby is ready to be born. But sometimes waters break early. This is called preterm prelabour rupture of membranes (PPROM).
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Birth injury (to the mother)
Birth injuries to the mother, such as perineal tears and pelvic floor damage can sometimes occur. Support and treatment is available.
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Anatomy of pregnancy and birth - perineum and pelvic floor
Read about your pelvic floor, including your perineum, which lies across the bottom of your pelvis and can be damaged during pregnancy and childbirth.
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External cephalic version (ECV)
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.
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Fetal distress
Fetal distress refers to changes in your baby' s heartbeat that may signal a problem. Your baby may need closer monitoring or an assisted birth.
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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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Bladder weakness (incontinence) after birth
Leaking urine (wee) after childbirth is very common. It can be embarrassing and inconvenient, but there are ways to improve bladder incontinence.
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