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You after the birth
What happens at your six-week postnatal check-up after the birth of your baby?
It's normal for women to experience blood loss after birth. Here we provide a guide to what to expect in the first few weeks.
Many women suffer from a low mood after the birth of their baby and, for some, this may become postnatal depression (PND). Here we look at how you can help yourself.
You may feel you don’t recognise your post-pregnancy body. Read more about changes in your body after birth here and how to deal with common problems.
The arrival of a baby changes your life in many ways. Here we look at how a new baby can affect your relationships with your partner, family and friends.
Getting back into your sex life after giving birth can be a source of worry. Here we look at how you can get back to the sex life you want after birth and feel comfortable and...
When you’ve had a baby, you need to decide on the contraceptive method you want to use. This page guides you through the options.
After you’ve given birth, you will continue to lose some blood, which usually lasts for two-to-six weeks. This article discusses why and what factors might affect your blood loss.
After you’ve given birth, you will continue to lose some blood. While this is normal, in some women the blood loss is heavier than expected. This article describes some common...
Here we look at how you can access your medical records on the care you received during your pregnancy, birth and postnatal period, and how much it will cost.
