Learn what natural and medical options are available to you to relieve pain during labour and how your birth support partner can help you.

An epidural can be used to relieve pain during labour. Learn more about what an epidural involves and the risks and benefits of this procedure.

Find out about the non-medical pain relief options for when you are in labour, and which types may be suitable and available for you.

TENS is a form of pain relief that can be used during labour. Read about TENS machines and how they may be used to relieve pain during childbirth.

Gas (nitrous oxide gas mixed with oxygen, brand name Entonox) can help with pain relief during labour. Find out more about using gas in labour.

Babies can experience pain, but they can't tell you how they are feeling. Learn the signs that your baby might be in pain and how you can help to soothe them.

The second stage of labour lasts from when the cervix is fully dilated (open) until your baby’s birth. Learn more about this stage.

Get practical and reliable advice on giving your sick infant or child medicine, including help with measuring dosage and managing side effects.

Some women develop pelvic pain in pregnancy. This is sometimes called pelvic girdle pain (PGP) in pregnancy or symphysis pubis dysfunction (SPD).

Period pain (dysmenorrhoea) can make it difficult to enjoy your normal activities. Learn how to manage painful periods and when to see your doctor.