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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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Rhesus D negative in pregnancy

Rhesus disease happens when the blood types of a mother and her baby don’t match. Find out what it could mean for your baby and how it is treated.

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Dealing with hot weather during pregnancy and breastfeeding

Pregnant women are more at risk of becoming overheated because of the physical and hormonal changes which occur during pregnancy.

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Home birth

If you are healthy and your pregnancy is not at risk of complications, you may consider a homebirth. Speak to a midwife or doctor about your options.

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What is a stillbirth?

The cause of a stillbirth is often unknown, but you can help to lower the risk. Learn about prevention, warning signs and giving birth to a stillborn baby here.

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Donor breastmilk and milk banks

Learn how and when donor breastmilk can be used to feed babies. Donor milk from a milk bank can be especially helpful for premature or unwell babies.

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How to increase breastmilk supply

There are many reasons why you may have low breastmilk supply. Learn how breastmilk production works and how you can increase it.

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Cosmetic procedures and beauty treatments during pregnancy and breastfeeding

Find out what cosmetic procedures and beauty treatments are safe during pregnancy and while you are breastfeeding.

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Common breastfeeding problems

Breastfeeding gives your baby with all their nutrients; often there are challenges with breastfeeding. Learn about these challenges and your options.

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Dummies and comforters

You may give your baby a dummy, also called a pacifier or soother, to suck on for comfort. Learn how to keep your baby safe with a dummy or comforter.

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