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Postpartum haemorrhage
By Louise Rogers on 12/03/2008 10:07:36
Heavy bleeding after the birth of your baby is not uncommon, but why does it happen and what should you know about it?
What is postpartum haemorrhage?A postpartum haemorrhage (PPH) is heavy bleeding after the birth of your baby. There are two types, primary and secondary. Primary PPH is defined as the loss of more than 500ml of blood in the first 24 hours after
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Periods after birth
By Laura Lee Davies on 15/11/2006 00:49:38
When do periods return after the birth, and what will they be like?
), while your uterus recovers. This bleeding is called 'lochia'.If you have a caesarian, you may find this bleeding goes on for longer. Do not use tampons during this time, but sanitary towels.This bleeding can get a little heavier even if it has lightened
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New mum, feeling overwhelmed
By Maria Muennich on 21/06/2007 08:49:23
Whether it's your first or fifth, the arrival of a baby usually heralds a settling in period where priorities and expectations are adjusted to your new reality
It's very common for new mums to feel overwhelmed, low and even a bit weepy in the first couple of weeks after birth. So common, in fact, that there's actually a name for it, the baby blues. And it's not surprising: You're knackered, you're sore
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New mum - aches and pains
By Maria Muennich on 31/07/2007 06:57:45
Aches and pains are to be expected for a new mum in the early weeks, here's what to expect and how to cope
The hardest part is over and your gorgeous baby is settling in back at home with you, but you've probably already realised that you haven't left aches and pains behind with the end of pregnancy. Your body changed an enormous amount during pregnancy
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New mum - help and support
By Maria Muennich on 01/10/2009 01:22:40
New mum in need of a little advice and support? You're not alone, find out more about the ups and downs of new motherhood here
The first few weeks of motherhood are usually an exciting, joyful and rewarding time as you finally get to know your baby. But getting used to life as a parent and learning to care for your child 24-hours a day can also be difficult and downright
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