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FAQ on birth

Of course you have loads of questions - especially if this is your first baby.

We've asked a leading gynaecologist and obstetrician to cover the most frequently asked questions - from different birth options, to pain relief options.

Also have a look at what the experts say about home- or water births and false labour.

01. FAQ's on epidurals Dr Martin Puzey, gynaecologist and obstetrician answers questions on epidurals. Read	02. FAQ's on false vs real labour Gynaecologist and obstetrician Dr Martin Puzey answers questions on false and real labour. Read
03. FAQ: Caesarian section Gynaecologist and obstetrician Dr Martin Puzey answers some questions on Caesarian sections. Read	04. FAQ: other labour issues Dr Martin Puzey, gynaecologist and obstetrician, answers questions on instrumental vaginal deliveries, episiotomies and birth positions. Read
05. FAQ: Home- and unexpected births Gynaecologist and obstetrician Dr Martin Puzey's opinion on home births and what to do if the baby comes unexpectedly. Read	06. FAQ: Other pain relief methods Want to know more about gas or pethidine? Gynaecologist and obstetrician Dr Martin Puzey has some answers. Read
07. Common concerns Dr Elizabeth van Wyk, gynaecologist, answers typical questions about natural births and caesarian sections. Read

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