It's not very common for babies to be born prematurely. But if they are, a premature baby gets the very best care and has very good prospects for the future.

Chances are the only thing you know about childbirth is that it hurts. And that's enough to scare anybody. One way of dealing with your worry is by getting informed.

Are you feeling anxious? Or just plain frightened when you think about giving birth? You're not the only one. But you should share your concerns with your midwife.

It's never too early to prepare for the birth.

The space is narrow and it can take time. So how does the baby experience delivery? Very little is known about this, but what we do know is it's a tough journey.

How do you know if it's started? There's a sure sign; regular contractions. When the contractions get as frequent as three in ten minutes, it could be time to go.

It's happening! Grab your bags and head to the hospital. Here is what will happen when you get there.

Caesarean sections, or c-sections, can either be planned or carried out as an emergency procedure when a delivery doesn't go as planned.

It's over. The birth is over. Your baby is lying in your arms and you're probably counting his or her fingers and toes, examining your precious bundle from head to toe. Congratulations, you're now a mother.

You can ease birth pain and help the birthing process by moving a bit and switching between different positions.

Everybody wants to know how long labour will last. The answer is maybe around 20 hours. But it can be shorter. Or longer.

If your baby is in a breech position, your doctor will try to turn them around. But there are also things you can try at home.