Breathing techniques

Breathing properly helps to avoid tensing up during contractions and gives you something else to focus on, helping to distract from the pains of labour.

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Positions for delivery

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Foods to avoid in pregnancy

Midwife, Tania Pearce talks you through which foods need to be avoided during pregnancy.
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