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Anatomy of pregnancy and birth - uterus
Your uterus is your baby's home during pregnancy. Read how the uterus works and how it changes during pregnancy, labour and after you give birth.
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Uterine differences
Some people have a uterus with a different shape. If your uterus has a different shape, you may have difficulties becoming pregnant, recurrent miscarriages or premature birth.
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Fibroids and fertility
Fibroids are common, non-cancerous growths found in the muscle wall of the uterus. Learn how they can affect your fertility and pregnancy.
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Anatomy of pregnancy and birth - cervix
Your cervix goes through many changes during pregnancy and childbirth. Find out about your cervix, what it does and why it’s important.
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Intrauterine infection (chorioamnionitis)
An intrauterine infection is an infection inside your uterus (womb). Learn about causes, how to recognise symptoms, and when to see a doctor.
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Giving birth - contractions
Contractions are when the muscles in your uterus tighten and then relax. They occur throughout the later stages of your pregnancy.
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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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About the placenta
The placenta develops inside the uterus (womb) during pregnancy. It gives your baby nutrients and oxygen. Find out more about the placenta here.
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Placental abruption
Placental abruption is when some or all of the placenta peels away from the uterus wall before birth. It can deprive the baby of oxygen and nutrients.
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Pregnancy at week 29
Your baby should weigh about 1kg by now and as your uterus pushes against your diaphragm and lungs, you might be feeling quite breathless.
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