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Anatomy of pregnancy and birth - abdominal muscles
Find out how pregnancy can affect your abdominal muscles and why strengthening them during pregnancy and after birth is important.
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Abdominal separation (diastasis recti)
Abdominal separation (diastasis recti) is when your tummy muscles separate during and after pregnancy. Find out about the symptoms and treatment.
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Pregnancy massage
Pregnancy massage can ease muscle and joint pain, reduce stress and swelling during pregnancy. Read on to see if pregnancy massage is right for you.
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Fibroids and fertility
Fibroids are common, non-cancerous growths found in the muscle wall of the uterus. Learn how they can affect your fertility and pregnancy.
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Round ligament pain
Round ligament pain is common during second trimester of pregnancy. Symptoms can last from minutes to hours, but rest and stretches help manage pain.
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Scar healing and recovery
Be aware of signs of infection and poor wound healing. Hygiene, pelvic floor exercises and diet are important to scar healing and recovery.
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Recovery after a caesarean
Recovery after a caesarean section, whether it's an emergency or planned, takes several weeks. Find out what to expect after you have had your baby.
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Caesarean birth (C-section)
Caesarean (C-section) is an operation to give birth to a baby, which may be planned or an emergency. Find out why it might be needed.
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Anatomy of pregnancy and birth
From conception to giving birth, your body goes through many physical changes. Learn what happens to your body during pregnancy and labour.
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What does a physiotherapist do?
Physiotherapists are trained health professionals who can help with common pregnancy discomforts and recovery after having a baby.
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