Complications during labour

Labour is often straightforward, however carries the chance of a list of complications which can affect the mother and/or baby. These can be split into moderate to severe complications which are common and complications relating to bleeding. Any complication relating to you or baby can mean that changes to your care or more urgent interventions, such as an urgent birth, are recommended. Some complications require immediate interventions, for others, there is time to consider options. To try to identify issues before they become problems, we will monitor your vital signs (e.g. blood pressure, heart rate, how much you wee and drink) and your baby.