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	A-Z : Complications in pregnancy Amniocentesis Amniocentisis is a common test taken during pregnancy. This clip will explain why it would be taken and what it tests for as well as any risks associated with it. Rating: Click on the stars to rate the video yourself Anomaly scan Anomaly scans are usually carried out between 18-20 weeks of pregnancy, in this film we see Victoria having an anomaly scan Rating: Click on the stars to rate the video yourself Ante natal check up An explanation of the various tests and checks that would be done in an ante natal check up. Rating: Click on the stars to rate the video yourself Bel's Birth Diary (Part 1) Bel plans to have her baby at home after having a difficult hospital birth with her first baby; the homebirth is in jeopardy whe she is diagnosed as having gestational diabetes Rating: Click on the stars to rate the video yourself Bel's Birth Diary (Part 2) Bel is expecting her second baby but has developed gestational diabetes which might affect her chances of a homebirth and she's going into labour Rating: Click on the stars to rate the video yourself Bereavement Some parents talk about how they cope with bereavement when their babies were stillborn. This may cause distress Rating: Click on the stars to rate the video yourself Breech birth This section examines breech birth- where the baby is bottom first- and what can be done in cases of breech. Rating: Click on the stars to rate the video yourself Candida/Thrush A very common yeast infection. More common during pregnancy and post birth, some advice on treatment and symptoms in mother and baby. Rating: Click on the stars to rate the video yourself Cervical Incompetence This section looks at the complication of cervical incompetence where the cervix opens without contractions. Rating: Click on the stars to rate the video yourself Chlamydia This section examines the sexually transmitted infection of Chlamydia, what it is, how to check for it, how to treat it and what effect it might have. Rating: Click on the stars to rate the video yourself Cholestasis A complication in pregnancy which can in some instances result in stillbirth, signs of cholestasis are intense itching due to raised bile salts in the blood Rating: Click on the stars to rate the video yourself Due Date This section looks at your due date- when it would be and what to do if you go past it. Rating: Click on the stars to rate the video yourself Ectopic Pregnancy Ectopic pregnancy, a serious complication is when the fertilised egg implants outside of the womb causing bleeding,pain and possible rupture. Rating: Click on the stars to rate the video yourself ECV, External Cephalic Version ECV is a common procedure which is used to turn a breech baby, this section examines what ECV entails and any complications that may arise as a result of it. Rating: Click on the stars to rate the video yourself Fetal Heart Monitoring Fetal heart monitoring is used to assess the well being of the baby by recording its heart rate whilst in the womb Rating: Click on the stars to rate the video yourself Foods to avoid Certain foods should be avoided in pregnancy including some meats, cheeses, ready made meals and alcohol Rating: Click on the stars to rate the video yourself Gestational diabetes Some women have higher blood sugars than normal in pregnancy and may develop gestational diabetes, this video includes caesarean birth Rating: Click on the stars to rate the video yourself Group B Strep Group B strep is a bacteria that as many as 25% of pregnant women carry and it affects some 700 babies each year in the UK Rating: Click on the stars to rate the video yourself Induction of labour Lara and Rob are going in to their local maternity unit for an induction of labour Rating: Click on the stars to rate the video yourself Katherine's Birth Diary part 2 Katherine is expecting her first baby and plans a homebirth, but she goes 24days past her due date and she's now getting desperate Rating: Click on the stars to rate the video yourself Katherine's Birth Diary part 3 Katherine is now 26 days past her due date and it looks like she's finally going into labour Rating: Click on the stars to rate the video yourself Meconium Meconium is the tarry substance found in the intestine of babies, sometimes they pass this poo whilst still in utero and the consequences can be serious needing careful monitoring Rating: Click on the stars to rate the video yourself Miscarriage Miscarriage occurs in as many as 25% of all pregnancies Rating: Click on the stars to rate the video yourself Morning Sickness Morning sickness affects as many as 70% of all pregnant women, it usually clears up by 18 weeks of pregnancy but if it continues past this point medical advice should be sought. Rating: Click on the stars to rate the video yourself Placenta Previa Placenta previa is when the placenta which supplies blood to the baby lies low in the uterus possibly covering the cervix which might mean a caesarean section is necessary Rating: Click on the stars to rate the video yourself Posterior Position Posterior position is where the baby is lying with its back to the mothers back, this section examines what this can mean and how to move the baby. Rating: Click on the stars to rate the video yourself Pre-eclampsia This section examines pre-eclampsia which is a very common complication in pregnancy. It examines what it is, why one might get it and what can be done about it. Rating: Click on the stars to rate the video yourself Premature babies Part 1 Some babies are born much earlier than expected; Aidan, Beth and Sonny are all on the special care baby unit where they will stay for several weeks Rating: Click on the stars to rate the video yourself Premature babies part 2 This section gives a personal account of having a premature baby. It examines adjusting to having a premature baby come home and how the baby develops. Rating: Click on the stars to rate the video yourself Premature babies part 3 A personal account of having a premature baby. This section looks at how a premature baby may develop and how problems with breastfeeding a premature baby. Rating: Click on the stars to rate the video yourself Ruth's Birth Diary part 1 Ruth is a single mum living with her mother and sisters- she plans a home waterbirth like her sister did eleven months ago Rating: Click on the stars to rate the video yourself Smoking Everyone knows that smoking in pregnancy will be harmful to the unborn baby- Rating: Click on the stars to rate the video yourself Symphisis Pubis Dysfunction A painful condition associated with relaxation of the ligaments in the pelvis especially the pubic bone Rating: Click on the stars to rate the video yourself Toxoplasmosis Toxoplasmosis is a disease passed on to humans through cat faeces- general advice about prevention of transmission Rating: Click on the stars to rate the video yourself Toxoplasmosis Toxoplasmosis is a parasitic infection that can cause miscarriage and birth defects. This section looks at the consequences of toxoplasmosis and how it is spread. Rating: Click on the stars to rate the video yourself Twins Incidence of twin pregnancy is rising, complications are more likely Rating: Click on the stars to rate the video yourself Ultrasound scans Mothers discuss their experiences of ultrasound scans Rating: Click on the stars to rate the video yourself Vaginal Birth After Caesarean, VBAC Many mothers are now wanting to have a vaginal birth after caesarean section, this section looks at your choices as well as the safety factors to consider. Rating: Click on the stars to rate the video yourself Victoria D's Birth Diary part 1 Victoria and Stephen plan a homebirth for their fifth baby with independent midwife Andrya Prescott Rating: Click on the stars to rate the video yourself Victoria D's Birth Diary part 2 Victoria's baby was in the breech position (bottom down) but with various tricks the baby has now moved head down and she goes into labour Rating: Click on the stars to rate the video yourself Words of Wisdom Morning Sickness Morning sickness can be debilitating, Debra gives advice and recommends Yoga Rating: Click on the stars to rate the video yourself Words of Wisdom, Be Informed Lucy explains how important it is to have the information at hand to make an informed choice Rating: Click on the stars to rate the video yourself

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