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Episiotomy

An episiotomy is done to make it easier for the baby to pass through the vagina. Learn when it is necessary and how you may be able to avoid it.

Vacuum extraction

Vacuum extraction can be used in preference to a forceps delivery particularly if the mother has already had an epidural.

Birth anaesthesia, learning issues

No link found between birth anaesthesia and learning issues, and whether delivery was vaginal or C-section doesn’t matter, study finds

Does birth affect the vagina?

Does giving birth naturally cause permanent damage to the vagina? A midwife tackles this question.

Induction of labour

Everything you need to know about induction of labour, when it is used and how.

Forceps delivery

Forceps are used when the mother is unable to push hard enough and the baby’s head has failed to descend far enough through the pelvis, or there is maternal or foetal distress.

Instrumental vaginal delivery

When there is a valid indication for expediting the birth of the baby, the mother may have an assisted instrumental delivery rather than a caesarean section.