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- Childbirth - pain relief options
Understanding your pain relief options can help you cope better with the pain of childbirth.
- Obstetrician-gynaecologist
An obstetrician-gynaecologist is a specialist doctor who cares for women and specialises in pregnancy, childbirth and reproductive health.
- Uterine inversion
Uterine inversion means the placenta fails to detach from the uterine wall, and pulls the uterus inside-out as it exits.
- Female genital cutting or circumcision (FGC)
Female genital cutting or circumcision (FGC) involves the cutting or altering of the external female genital organs.
- Rectocele
A rectocele is when the rectum protrudes into the vagina.
- Pelvic floor
Pelvic floor exercises are designed to improve muscle tone and prevent the need for corrective surgery.
- Prolapsed uterus
The pelvic floor and associated supporting ligaments can be weakened or damaged in many ways, causing uterine prolapse.
- HIV and women – having children
All about women living with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), conceiving a baby, HIV status, pregnancy, HIV services, childbirth, baby feeding, babies with HIV, HIV prevention and treatment.
- Medical terms and definitions during pregnancy and birth
Like all areas of medicine, pregnancy and childbirth has a number of specialised terms, many of which you will hear during your own pregnancy and labour, and the birth of your baby.
- Pregnancy and birth services
Involving health services early and understanding your childbirth options will give you the best chance of a successful and rewarding birth experience.