Search results for birth
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Gestational diabetes - Treatment
Find out how gestational diabetes is managed, including what you can do to control your blood sugar level and what medicine may be needed.
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Autosomal recessive polycystic kidney disease - Diagnosis
A diagnosis of autosomal recessive polycystic kidney disease (ARPKD) is usually based on a child's symptoms and the results of an ultrasound scan.
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What is the child's date of birth? - Calculate body mass index (BMI) for children and teenagers
Check a child or teenager's BMI to find out if they're a healthy weight for their height, age, and sex.
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Labour and birth
How to tell if you're in labour and what happens during labour and birth.
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What happens in labour and birth
Find out what happens during labour and birth.
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Preparing for the birth
Find out how to get ready for the birth including making a birth plan.
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After the birth
All you need to know about what happens after the birth.
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Giving birth outside the UK
Find out what healthcare arrangements you need to make if you want to give birth outside the UK.
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Tips for your birth partner
Find out how your birth partner can help during labour, such as reminding you of relaxation techniques, massaging you and holding your hand.
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The stages of labour and birth
Find out what happens during labour and birth, including the 3 stages of labour, contractions, dilation, birth positions and monitoring your baby.