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RSV Immunisation
You can now protect your new born baby against Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV). Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a common virus that causes respiratory infection in children and adults. Babies under three months old get sicker with RSV than older children. ...
Care for tears /episiotomy
Your pelvic floor muscles can be injured during a vaginal birth when the baby’s head is coming down the vagina and crowning. Some women tear naturally while other will have an episiotomy. An episiotomy is a surgical cut from the vaginal opening to the left or...
Pregnancy Videos
Videos on pregnancy by healthcare experts including signs and stages of labour, pain relief options and many more…..
Contraception after giving birth
For new mums, contraception may be the last thing they are thinking about but it’s possible to get pregnant as soon as three weeks after you’ve given birth.
Child Benefit in Ireland
Child Benefit is a monthly payment to the parents or guardians of children under 16 years of age. You can get Child Benefit for children aged 16 and 17, if they are in full-time education or full-time training or have a disability and cannot support themselves. Child...
Itching in Pregnancy
Itching is common in pregnancy. This is due to the increased blood supply to the skin and the stretching of the skin on the tummy. About 20% of pregnant women feel itchy during pregnancy
Registration of Birth
Parents are required by law to register the birth of their child.
Natural Methods of Induction
It is important to keep fit and active in pregnancy. Your body is designed for pregnancy and there is no reason it shouldn’t naturally progress into labour and birth. Some tips that may help labour start naturally after 37 weeks include; Raspberry tea. ‘Alternative...
Changes to your Body after the Birth of your Baby.
Dr. Denise O’Brien talks about labour pains and some women have provided their experiences so that you can get a sense of what labour is like.
Group B Streptococcus
Group B Streptococcus (GBS) is a common bacteria found in the vagina and bowel. There are usually no symptoms. This bacteria can be detected in a urine sample or vaginal swab. It is estimated that 1 in 5 pregnant women has Group B Streptococcus bacteria in their...