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What is a Mirena?

A Mirena is a form of contraception belonging to the IUCD group. IUCDs are Intrauterine contraceptive devices and have been around since the1950s. Often known as IUDs, they come in two forms: non -hormonal (copper IUDs) and hormonally-based (Mirena and…

Surgical Termination of Pregnancy

In some circumstances, you might find that you require a surgical termination of pregnancy, this is also commonly called an abortion or S.T.O.P. Surgical terminations are performed for pregnancies where the fetus is no longer viable, for medical and for…

Type 1 Diabetes and Pregnancy

If you are living with Type 1 Diabetes, your pregnancy and birth will need additional care to ensure both you and your baby are well looked after. Thank you to my patient Emma, for sharing her pregnancy and birth story…

Preparing for your caesarean section

Preparing for your caesarean section birth is important. It helps you to understand what happens on the day and to include your own birth plans for you and your baby. Preparation also assists your support person to feel ready…

COVID-19 Vaccine and Pregnancy

Have you got questions about the COVID-19 Vaccine relating to pregnancy, conception and breastfeeding?

What are the Reasons and Causes of Miscarriage

Author: Dr Peter England, Obstetrician and Gynaecologist Miscarriage is common. But, what causes a miscarriage? In this post I discuss a number of reasons miscarriage may occur. Remember, miscarriage or loss of early pregnancy is common. Miscarriage occurs in: Most…

Reasons for Bleeding in Early Pregnancy

There are many reasons for bleeding in early pregnancy, including possible miscarriage. A less common reason for bleeding in the early weeks of pregnancy is an ectopic (also called a tubal) pregnancy, but often there is an innocent cause for…

Medications to treat PCOS

Author: Dr Peter England, Obstetrician and Gynaecologist This article covers medications to treat PCOS that your healthcare provider will consider for you. For more information about what Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is, you can first read the following articles: What…

PCOS and Fertility

Following on from the last article about PCOS, this article explains its impact on fertility. How does PCOS impact fertility and what treatments are available? You may not be ovulating with PCOS, and when you don’t ovulate, pregnancy will not…

PCOS: Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome

Author: Obstetrician Dr Peter England Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome is regularly shortened to the term PCOS. It is important to diagnose PCOS correctly, for both your long- and short-term health implications. With appropriate treatment and diagnosis PCOS symptoms and implications can…

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