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Birth & beyond
Preparing for birth
There are lots of things to think about when preparing for the birth of your baby and you may have a lot of questions. Use the links below to find out more about preparing for birth.
Where to give birth in Lincolnshire
Your Birth Plan
What you'll need for baby
What to pack for birth
Using a pool during labour
The birth
Signs of labour
Coping with labour
Induction of labour
Delayed cord clamping
Vitamin K for newborns
Stages of labour
Aromatherapy
Caesarean Section
Placenta
Skin to skin
Care after birth
You will experience changes to your physical and emotional wellbeing following the birth of your baby. This is normal but if you are concerned about any aspects of labour, birth or post-birth, speak to your midwife.
Postnatal wellbeing
Postnatal check up
Discharge from hospital
Concerns after discharge from hospital
Postnatal visits
Car travel with your baby
Birth Afterthoughts
When to seek urgent medical attention
Contraception following birth
Safety
Pelvic health
Registering your baby's birth
Registering the birth
Registering your baby with a GP
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