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Reel0:33An episiotomy is a surgical incision between the vagina and the anus (perineum) #midwifery #birth
An episiotomy is a surgical incision in the skin between the vagina and the anus (perineum). They are usually done when the baby needs to be born quickly and waiting for the head to come down…
5 October 2023
Reel0:33How an episiotomy is performed
An episiotomy is a cut to the perineum Carried out sometimes during birth.
26 March 2024
PostOne question I'm often asked by women after they have given birth is "will it hurt…
One question I'm often asked by women after they have given birth is "will it hurt when I pee after having stitches?" You may find that it can be a little sore in the early days depending on the…
14 April 2019
Video3:56How To Perform a Perineal Massage to reduce risk of tearing or episiotomies during birth
How To Perform a Perineal Massage.
16 December 2020
PostIf you are enjoying a low risk pregnancy, waterbirth might be an option to consider
If you are enjoying a low risk pregnancy, waterbirth might be an option to consider. Some women love it and others don't but it's certainly a gentle way for baby to enter the world! . Some…
8 July 2020
PostTear prevention and cervical preparation for birth
Tear prevention and cervical preparation for birth. . Studies have shown that perineal massage from 34 weeks can reduce the likelihoid of tearing during childbirth. You can massage and stretch the…
20 March 2019