Labour and my Baby's Birth

Most women will aim to give birth normally, meaning a straightforward vaginal birth.  However, some women will require help during the labour process or birth itself.  1 in 5 women will need to have an emergency caesarean section at some point during their labour.  For some women, a plan will be made in advance of labour starting for an elective caesarean section

Your journey towards the birth

Preparing for Labour and Birth

How will I know when my labour might have started?

How can I help myself in early labour?

Pain relief in labour

Established labour and what to expect

This page was last modified on Thu Feb 17 2011