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Overweight mums-to-be warned of birth complication risk
By Kimberley Smith on 26/01/2011 11:00:46
Overweight and obese pregnant women have been warned they have a higher risk of going overdue and are more likely to need a caesarean
naturally, there was no increased risk of complications. More than seven out of 10 obese women did not need induction.“Our findings were somewhat unexpected, given the well-reported complications surrounding obesity in pregnancy, but were clinically
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Risks for babies born one week early – the real story
By Kimberley Smith on 09/06/2010 14:00:18
Today’s headlines announcing that babies born just 1 week early are more likely to have “special educational needs” are sensationalizing the truth
caesareans are almost always related to health issues for mum or baby which may have influenced these babies level of risk.In England and Wales 22% of babies are born at 39 weeks, naturally or by caesarean, but due dates are rarely 100% accurate and this also
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‘Caesareans by choice should be every woman’s right’
By Kimberley Smith on 27/06/2011 13:27:04
As Victoria Beckham’s pre-booked labour date approaches, the debate over elective caesareans kicks off again
is outrageous, misleading and does nothing to help women become better informed about the realities of delivering a baby,” Clive says.On the NHS, women cannot currently choose to have a caesarean without a medical reason. This causes some women to turn
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First glimpse of Beyonce’s newborn baby
By Kimberley Smith on 10/01/2012 11:48:38
Jay-Z celebrates the birth of baby Blue Ivy in a personal track revealing Beyonce earlier miscarriage and his new dad emotions
’ websites gives more details of the birth. “We are happy to announce the arrival of our beautiful daughter, Blue Ivy Carter,” it reads. “Her birth was emotional and extremely peaceful, we are in heaven. She was delivered naturally at a healthy 7lbs
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Guide to episiotomy
By Kimberley Smith on 16/08/2010 17:04:29
Your doctor may recommend an episiotomy - a surgical cut made in the perineum - during labour if there is a likelihood of tearing while you give birth.
Episiotomy during labourAn episiotomy is a surgical cut made in the perineum during birth to make it easier for your doctor or midwife to deliver your baby. During birth, a huge amount of pressure is put on the delicate skin around your vagina
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Your worries about labour solved
By Kimberley Smith on 22/11/2011 11:56:11
Worried about pain during labour, how long the baby will take to come out or if you'll poo during the birth? We answer your concerns about what happens when you have your baby
of arriving around her due date, there are some old wives' tales that might help to encourage labour naturally or there are medical procedures such as a membrane sweep and medication which can bring on labour. Failing that, you may be induced. Once labour
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