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New mum

Becoming a new mum is a highlight in a woman’s life and it’s also a period of great change. Our New mum section will help you prepare and adapt to your new role smoothly.

We cover your first few days in the hospital, your emotional and physical recovery, postnatal check-ups, postnatal exercise, and lifestyle and breastfeeding.

We also provide an in-depth look at postnatal depression, sex and contraception after the birth, and returning to work.

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