Assisted vaginal delivery (antenatal use)
An assisted vaginal delivery is a common procedure and is usually a safe method of delivery for you and your baby.
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Pregnancy
Discover more about health topics relevant to pregnant women and parents-to-be, such as pregnancy tests, morning sickness, pre-eclampsia and labour.
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Depression in women
Depression is a serious mental health condition that affects how you think, feel and behave. Depression is more common in women than men for a range of reasons.
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Pain relief during labour
Learn what options are available to you to relieve pain during labour pain, and how your birth support partner can help you.
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Giving birth - contractions
Contractions are when the muscles in your uterus tighten and then relax. They occur throughout the later stages of your pregnancy.
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Maternity care in Australia
If you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy, find out what care, support and services may be available to you in Australia.
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Group B streptococcal disease
Group B streptococcal disease is a bacterial infection. A mother can pass it to her baby during childbirth, and if not treated it can be serious. Learn more.
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Oxytocin
Oxytocin is a hormone that makes you feel love and trust. Understand the role of oxytocin and find out if you can adjust the levels of this hormone in your body.
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Painful sex for women
Experiencing pain or discomfort during sex is fairly common, but in some cases there is an underlying cause.
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Bladder prolapse
A prolapsed bladder (cystocoele) develops when the bladder bulges into your vaginal wall. This may cause problems, but can be treated.
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