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In this article on induction of labour we provide an overview, or summary, of what to expect during an induction. If you know you…
This article describes induction of labour in detail. It describes why and how an induction takes place, including details of risks and complications.
HypnoBirthing® – The Mongan Method involves natural childbirth education, combined with self-hypnosis techniques (including deep relaxation, visualisation, affirmations and special breathing), to achieve a confident, calm,…
This article discusses fetal distress – why a baby may become distressed before birth and the likely consequences of fetal distress.
Episiotomies and tears are common after childbirth. This article explains episiotomies and different types of perineal tears and how they are repaired.
This article provides an overview of Caesarean section – why they are performed and the risks and complications associated with Cesarean section.
This article gives information on Caesarean in Detail – what happens before and after a Caesarean section in New Zealand, what is involved and…
Many women in Aotearoa-New Zealand make a birth plan for their labour and birth. A birth plan can help to guide your midwives and…
An Assisted Birth is one where forceps or ventouse are used to assist the birth of the baby.
How will I know if I am in labour? Check our list of signs and symptoms to help you to recognise whether labour is…
