Pelvic floor recovery
The pelvic floor supports pelvic organs and helps control bladder and bowel function. Pregnancy and birth can temporarily or persistently affect it.
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Diastasis recti
Diastasis recti is widening of the connective tissue between the abdominal muscles during or after pregnancy. It is common and not a hernia.
Read more →Caesarean section recovery
Caesarean recovery involves healing from major abdominal surgery while caring for a newborn. Improvement is gradual over several weeks.
Read more →Perineal recovery
Perineal recovery follows stretching, tearing or an episiotomy during vaginal birth. Healing and discomfort vary with the injury.
Read more →Postpartum bleeding
Postpartum bleeding, called lochia, is expected as the uterus heals, but excessive bleeding can be life-threatening.
Read more →Prenatal diagnostic testing
Prenatal diagnostic testing examines fetal cells or tissue to diagnose selected genetic or chromosome conditions. Chorionic villus sampling and amniocentesis are common procedures.
Read more →Genetic screening in pregnancy
Prenatal genetic screening estimates the chance of certain chromosome or inherited conditions but does not provide a definitive diagnosis.
Read more →Rh incompatibility: expanded guide
Rh incompatibility can matter when an RhD-negative pregnant person carries an RhD-positive fetus and develops antibodies against fetal red blood cells.
Read more →Pregnancy after infertility
Pregnancy after infertility or fertility treatment may feel emotionally complex and can involve additional clinical monitoring.
Read more →Pregnancy after stillbirth
Pregnancy after stillbirth often requires individual medical planning and trauma-informed emotional support. The plan depends on findings from the previous pregnancy.
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