Direct guidance
What to know or do
Ask for support matched to your needs, which may include practical care, bereavement counselling, therapy, peer support or medicine review. Use emergency help now for thoughts of harm, severe confusion or loss of reality.
What changes the answer
- What has been confirmed, what remains uncertain and when follow-up can clarify it
- Bleeding, pain, infection, faintness and other physical recovery or urgent-care needs
- Personal, cultural, spiritual, partner, family and mental-health support preferences
Check with your care team
When to get individual help
Contact your doctor or maternity service promptly and describe the timing, severity, associated symptoms and pregnancy week so they can choose the right assessment.