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Heavy bleeding in pregnancy or after birth can be a serious emergency. Call emergency services or go to the nearest emergency department immediately.
Call emergency services or go to the nearest emergency department now
Emergency numbersChest pain or breathlessness in pregnancy or postpartum can indicate a serious condition such as a pulmonary embolism. Seek emergency care immediately.
Call emergency services or go to the nearest emergency department now
Emergency numbersSeizures in pregnancy may indicate eclampsia, a life-threatening emergency. Call emergency services immediately.
Call emergency services immediately
Emergency numbersA sudden severe headache with visual disturbance or facial/hand swelling in pregnancy or postpartum may indicate pre-eclampsia. Seek emergency help now.
Call emergency services or go to the nearest emergency department now
Emergency numbersReduced or absent fetal movement after 28 weeks should always be assessed same day. Do not wait until your next appointment.
Contact your midwife, doctor or maternity unit now
Emergency numbersIf your membranes rupture before 37 weeks (preterm prelabour rupture of membranes), go to the maternity unit immediately.
Go to the maternity unit or hospital now
Emergency numbersSevere abdominal or pelvic pain, especially with bleeding, dizziness, fainting or pain at the tip of the shoulder, can be a sign of a serious problem such as an ectopic pregnancy or placental abruption. Seek emergency care now.
Call emergency services or go to the nearest emergency department now
Emergency numbersContact your doctor or midwife today
Any bleeding in pregnancy, even light spotting, should be assessed by a midwife or doctor the same day. If the bleeding is heavy or you have severe pain, treat it as an emergency.
Contact your midwife or doctor today
A fever in pregnancy or after birth needs same-day assessment. It may indicate infection. Contact your midwife or doctor.
Contact your midwife or doctor today
A urinary tract infection in pregnancy needs prompt treatment to prevent it spreading to the kidneys. Contact your doctor or midwife today.
Contact your doctor or midwife today
Any concern about fetal movement should be reported to your midwife or maternity unit. Do not wait.
Contact your midwife or maternity unit
Changes in vaginal discharge may indicate infection, including sexually transmitted infections, which can affect pregnancy. A doctor or sexual health clinic can arrange tests.
Contact your doctor or a sexual health clinic
Postnatal depression and perinatal anxiety are common and treatable. You deserve support. Speak to your doctor or midwife as soon as possible. If you have thoughts of harming yourself or your baby, treat this as an emergency and get help now.
Speak to your doctor or midwife
Swelling or pain in one leg can be a sign of deep vein thrombosis (DVT), which is more common in pregnancy. Seek same-day assessment.
Contact your doctor or go to urgent care today
Severe dysmenorrhoea may indicate endometriosis or another underlying condition. A doctor can refer you for investigation.
Book an appointment with your doctor
Irregular or absent periods can have many causes, including PCOS, thyroid conditions, and stress. A doctor can arrange a blood test.
Book an appointment with your doctor
Self-care — monitor and seek help if worsening
Mild to moderate nausea is very common in early pregnancy. Small frequent meals, ginger, and rest can help. If you cannot keep fluids down for 24 hours, contact your midwife.
Self-care — contact midwife if symptoms worsen
Pelvic girdle pain and lower back pain are very common in pregnancy. Gentle exercise, correct posture, and physiotherapy can help. Mention it at your next appointment.
Mention at your next appointment
Fatigue is normal in pregnancy and postpartum. Rest when you can, accept help, and stay hydrated. If fatigue is severe or accompanied by breathlessness, see your doctor.
Rest and self-care
Heartburn is very common in pregnancy due to hormonal changes. Eat small meals, avoid lying down after eating, and ask your pharmacist about safe antacids.
Self-care — ask your pharmacist
Constipation is very common in pregnancy. Increase fibre, drink more water, and stay active. Speak to your pharmacist about safe laxatives if it persists.
Self-care and dietary changes
Breast tenderness is normal in early pregnancy. Any new lump, dimpling, nipple inversion, or skin change should always be checked by a doctor.
Mention at next appointment — see a doctor for lumps
Stress urinary incontinence is very common after childbirth. Pelvic floor exercises (Kegels) can significantly improve symptoms. Ask your midwife or doctor for a referral to physiotherapy.
Start pelvic floor exercises — ask for physiotherapy