Expert panel: Childbirth

Hi, It can take several months for a third degree tear to heal and you may notice the scarring for even longer. Try not to worry too much it will h...

Hi, At 38 weeks you can go into labour anytime over the next few weeks. You are haivng a few signs that your body is getting ready but nothing defi...

Hi, I am sorry but your question seems to not be finished? Best wishes, Alex.

Hi, It is always better to try for a vaginal birth, even though taht has been lots of damage and scarring to your perineum. You will find that the ...

Hi, There is not too much that you can do as the baby has decided to position themselves this way. You can try to sit on the floor with your legs c...

Hi, Your pelivs can still expand a bit more once in labour so it is always best to have a try in labour. It is good that they are letting you try f...

Hi, You may need another scan closer to term to see if it has moved. It is low but there is still a chance that it will be ifine for a vaginal birt...

Hi, This time around you will be very closely watched and more than likely you will not expereince as bad a tear. You should be trying to gently st...

Hi, With your first baby it can take quite a while to be able to push the baby out – usually at least 2 hours. This time around you will bel ...

Hi, It is very common to have an episiotomy with a forceps birth. More than likely this time you won’t need any assistance with the second st...

Hi, More than likely you will have a similar experience but it may be longer. You need to be prepared for a fast labour just in case. Best wishes, ...

Hi, It does sound as if you had some bad luck with your previous pregnancy. Unstable lie is very difficult to treat and usually does cause problems...

Hi, You really need to get some help to manage your anxiety. Labour and birth needs lots of preparation and if you feel that oyu can manage your an...

Hi, Usually it is a position that you can tolerate is the best position. Some women find standing or lying on the left side is good. Talk to your m...

Hi, You have an increased chance of having problems again but your carers will be aware of your history. They will be watching you very closely and...

Hi, If your first baby was born close to term then this baby will too. IT is very common to have a lot more pressure and irregular contractions wit...

Hi, This procedure does not affect your ability to give birth vaginally. There are no increased risks of complications if the procedure was without...

Hi, More than likely a vaginal birth will not make anything worse. You will need to talk to your doctor about the scarring that has formed and disc...

Hi, You really need to talk to someone about your experience. You can go to your local GP for support and they may suggest that you contaact the ho...

Hi, You should have a full medical assessment before you go to theatre. The epidural is usually put in in the theatres. Best wishes, Alex.

Hi, You may have an increased chance that you will have problems again with labour and birth. Talk to your previous carers about what your difficul...

Hi, This is very unusual but it does happen, especially if you are induced. Inductions do increase the risk considerably plus you had 3 previous ch...

Hi, It does depend on the type of stitches that are used as to how long they take to dissolve. Most of them are gone by 3 – 4 weeks and somet...

Hi, Regular exercise is a very good preparation for birth. If you are feeling heavy later in pregnancy swimming is also great for relaxation and ex...

Hi, It may be worthwhile finding out about some pregnancy classes in your area. You may also want to read some birthing books that may be able to p...

Hi, You need to ask at the hospital if they supply any nappies. If so you will only need about 3 to get you home. If they don’t you will need...

Hi, YOu have an increased chance of needing to be induced again. Some women do have longer pregnancies than others and your labour may start natura...

Hi, You do need to have this checked out as you may have an underlying problem. If it is diagnosed as just the baby getting bigger you will find th...

Hi, If you had a relatively fast labour first time around it is usually a similar time the next time around. Don’t worry it won’t ̶...

Hi, Please remember that a pregnancy is meant to last for 40 weeks so that you and your baby are ready for the birth. Sex can help your body get re...