On World Mental Health Day, let’s all come together to talk about mental health and show everyone that mental health matters. Talking about our mental health can help us cope better with life’s ups and downs. So, on World Mental Health Day and beyond it, why not check in with your friends, family, peers, or colleagues?
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#Stoptober is here! Congratulations to everyone who is starting day one of their quit smoking journey – don’t forget there’s lots of information to help you at NHS Better Health.
Talk to your midwife, GP, or local stop smoking service for support to kick the habit. #Stoptober #Pregnancy #ParentEd #KickTheHabit #SmokeFree
https://www.nhs.uk/better-health/quit-smoking/
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Are you pregnant and looking for support to quit smoking? The SmartStart pathway can offer you nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) and support to quit smoking for good! Talk to your midwife for more information.
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What pain & discomfort can be expected after birth, and what can I do to support wound healing?
Pain and swelling around your vagina is common for up to 7 days after birth.
Regular pain relief or placing a cold pack or maternity pad between layers of underwear for periods of 10-15 minutes may help with this.
Trial positions of comfort: lying on your side with a pillow between your legs, or when sitting placing a rolled up towel in a 'U' shape under your thighs.
For caesarean wounds, support it when getting in and out of bed, coughing or when opening your bowels, by using a rolled towel to apply gentle pressure. You may also find it more comfortable to get out of bed by rolling on to your side first and using your arms to push up. It's also helpful to gently massage your scar once it has fully healed.
Keep your stitches clean and dry for both perineal or caesarean wound. Avoid long hot baths in the first 2 weeks, only have short baths or showers.
Avoid using any soaps or perfumed products directly on the area. Plain water is best. Pat the area dry rather than rubbing.
Contact your miwife or GP immediately if you notice any signs of infection like a foul smelling discharge, excessive itching, increasing pain or swelling.
Returning to sex: is safe from approximately 6 weeks after birth as long as the wound has healed, although you should only return to sex when you feel ready. It can be helpful to use a water-based lubricant.
Your body requires energy to aid healing at this time. Sleeping when possible and eating a well-balanced nutritional diet is a key part of recovery.
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A caesarean birth, or c-section, is an operation. In a caesarean birth, c-section, or caesarean section, the surgeon will deliver your baby through a cut in your uterus (womb). A caesarean birth may be recommended as a planned (elective) procedure or recommended in an emergency. Planned caesarean births are usually recommended from the 39th week of pregnancy.
Find out more at Just One Norfolk: https://www.justonenorfolk.nhs.uk/pregnancy-early-days/your-pregnancy-journey/c-sections/
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A caesarean birth, or c-section, is an operation. In a caesarean birth, c-section, or caesarean section, the surgeon will deliver your baby through a cut in your uterus (womb).
A caesarean birth may be recommended as a planned (elective) procedure or recommended in an emergency. Planned caesarean births are usually recommended from the 39th week of pregnancy.
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Did you know that doing pelvic floor muscle exercises daily can help prevent urinary incontinence during and after pregnancy?
This video provides advice on how to do your daily pelvic flor muscle exercises.
Make sure to approach a healthcare professional if you are experiencing any of the following issues;
1. Difficulty feeling your pelvic floor muscles squeeze when you are practising them
2. Leakage of urine when coughing or sneezing
3. Not making it to the toilet in time
4. a feeling of something coming down below in the vagina
5. Urgency or leakage of wind or poo.
World Continence Week aims help remove stigmas and taboos of such conditions through raising awareness.
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Are you pregnant and looking for support to quit smoking? The SmartStart pathway can offer you nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) and support to quit smoking for good! Talk to your midwife for more information.
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Watch the animation video to find out more about your Personalised Care & Support Plans during your pregnancy 👇