Medical articles of Natural childbirth

20/04/2026
Written by Top Doctors
Childbirth trauma after natural delivery: symptoms, causes and recovery
Childbirth trauma following natural delivery can involve both physical injury and psychological distress. While vaginal birth is generally safe and well tolerated, a proportion of women experience complications affecting the pelvic floor, continence, and emotional wellbeing.
24/06/2025
Dr Seni Subair
Consultant Obstetrician
Back to basics: what to know about natural birth
Natural birth refers to the process of giving birth without medical intervention, such as epidurals, induction drugs, or caesarean section. It typically occurs vaginally and without the use of strong pain relief, though some methods of comfort like breathing techniques, warm water, massage, and movement are often used. While natural birth may happen at home, in a birthing centre, or in hospital, the emphasis remains on minimal intervention and allowing the body to lead the process. In this article, a consultant obstetrician explains why some parents may choose or need to undergo a natural birth, and what it entails.
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28/06/2021
Mr Keith Duncan
Obstetrician & Gynaecologist
Vaginal birth or C-section? Pros and cons
Vaginal birth or C-section? Mr Keith Duncan, a consultant obstetrician who has delivered well over 3,000 babies during his career, describes the advantages and disadvantages of a planned C-section vs natural birth for any uncertain mother-to-be.
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