by admin | Oct 5, 2023 | Birth Education, Health
Vaginal examinations: Reasons, risks and benefits. What is a vaginal examination? A vaginal examination is performed during labour to assess progress, at the end of pregnancy to perform a membrane sweep, or during induction to insert medication and to check...
by admin | Apr 18, 2023 | Birth Education, Health
Meconium is the medical term for a baby’s first bowel movement, which is typically a dark green or black, tar-like substance. When meconium is present in the amniotic fluid during labour, it often results in a cascade of interventions that can negatively impact...
by admin | Mar 17, 2023 | Birth Education, Health
If you are offered induction of labour by your healthcare provider, it is important to find out why this has been suggested considering your personal circumstances, and to make a decision that is right for you. What is induction of labour? Labour induction is a...
