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There are a number of different approaches to the birth of the placenta.

Some women birth their placenta naturally.

Some have their placental birth medically managed.

There are pros and cons to each option.

If you have certain other types of intervention, such as induction or augmentation of labour, your options may be more limited, but you still have choices.

To answer a question that we get asked by many women: your placenta belongs to you.

It is always a good idea to get informed before you decide what's right for you.

If you'd like information about the birth of the placenta, visit https://www.sarawickham.com/byp

There, you’ll find links to blog posts, articles and information pages, as well as our book on this topic.

Did you know we support an around 600 people a month with feeding a baby on our helpline? That could be a mum who's been up since 3am struggling to get baby to latch, a parent whose baby has been refusing to take a bottle and hasn't stopped screaming, or the granparents who are looking after their grandchild for the first time ❤️

We're here for it all, call the NCT Infant Feeding Line on 0300 330 0700, our lines are open 8am - Midnight, 365 days a year 🫶 We're just a phone call away.

The NCT Infant Feeding Line is here when you need to talk things through, or ask that question that's been bouncing around in your head all day. We're here for you, no matter how you're feeding your baby.

The Infant Feeding Line offers real support, from someone who understands. Call us on 0300 330 0700, we're open 8am - Midnight, 365 days a year.

Clear cot, clear mind 🧘

To reduce the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS), keep your baby’s cot clear of any items that could cover your baby's face and head. Such as bumpers, toys, duvets, pillows and loose bedding.

Babies need just two items in their cot:

- A firm, flat, waterproof mattress.

- Lightweight bedding.

When in doubt, the answer is clear.

Got questions? We might answer it here 👉 https://bit.ly/41UTxvq