What happens to your vagina during a vaginal birth
Here we outline all the things that may affect your vagina and vulva when you give birth vaginally, from contractions to the effect on vaginal tissue.
Perineal tears
Perineal tearing is usually from childbirth, where the impact of the baby coming out of the birth canal tears the posterior fourchette and perineum. These types of tears are on the rise, but it's unclear why.
Allen-Masters syndrome
Allen-Masters syndrome is characterised by pelvic pain caused by trauma.
Understanding and treating endometritis
How is endometritis different to PID? We discuss what endometritis is and how it's treated, with the two varieties - pregnancy and non-pregnancy-related endometritis. Each is separated out due to its causes.
Help prevent an episiotomy (cut) during birth
There are no guarantees when it comes to preventing tears and an episiotomy during childbirth, but you can certainly up your chances of staying intact.
Vaginal prolapse, pelvic organ prolapse and vaginal/pelvic relaxation syndromes
The prolapse of pelvic organs into the vagina can occur for several reasons, with treatment available.
Post-partum vaginal survival tips
A vaginal birth comes with a set of expected impacts to function. Learn what is normal and what isn't, and what to do about it.

