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Postnatal Health - More Information

Afterpains after giving birth
Useful information on why many women experience cramp like pains after giving birth and suggestions as to how long will they last.... Read More

Bleeding after giving birth
Useful information on how long bleeding will continue after the birth of your baby.... Read More

Contraception after birth
Advice on contraception choices after the birth of your baby with information on the coil, implant, pill, diaphragn and condoms.... Read More

Engorged breasts
Advice on relieving engorged breasts by breastfeeding and expressing plus other methods of engorgement relief.... Read More

Role of the midwife and GP - postnatal check
Advice on what to expect during your six week postnatal health check up with your GP or midwife.... Read More

Sex after the birth
Useful information on sex after the birth of your baby with advice on postnatal bleeding, pain and bloating and on regaining your libido.... Read More

Stitches/constipation after the birth of your baby
Advice on what to expect if you have had postnatal stitches or are experiencing constipation after the birth of your baby with information on treatment and remedies available.... Read More

Your figure after having a baby
Advice on what to expect from your body after you have had your baby, including information on postnatal exercise you can try to help regain your pre pregnancy figure. ... Read More

Postnatal depression
Coping with postnatal depression, symptoms you should be aware of, available help and treatment and advice on dealing with breastfeeding and the demands of a new baby.... Read More

Breastfeeding as birth control - does it work?
We explain how you can use breastfeeding as birth control if you're not quite ready for another addition to your family.... Read More