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Labour and Birth

Laura-rose birth story

Birth stories: "I just couldn’t believe she was here, finally in our arms"

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Essential oils for labour: benefits, safety and which to buy

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How to time your contractions

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Pregnancy series: Preparing for birth and recovery with My Expert Midwife!

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Giving birth: what are my options?

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What happens when you have a forceps birth?

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Your complete guide to labour pain relief

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What is an episiotomy and when is it needed?

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What will my baby look like?

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What happens when you have a ventouse birth

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Lotus birth: what it is and one mum's experience

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Shepherdess Amanda Owen's children and birth story: ‘I gave birth by myself’

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What is a doula and how much does it cost?

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Seven labour positions to help you give birth

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Your hospital bag checklist: essentials to pack for labour and beyond

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The best birthing balls to buy and how to use them

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What is a peri bottle and how can it help after giving birth?

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Water births: everything you need to know

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Contractions after birth – what are they and why do they happen?

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Having a home birth: everything you need to know

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Elective c-sections: what to expect

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What is active labour?

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Pregnancy series: what to pack in your hospital bag with My Expert Midwife

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Win the ultimate My Expert Midwife Antenatal Class bundle

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Preparing for labour and the birth experience

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'I was very matter-of-fact about my miscarriage'

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What is it like to have an orgasmic birth?

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Preparing for labour: 9 snacks to pack in your hospital bag

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Having a caesarean: all your questions answered

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