A Free Guide To Birth Trauma
Birth trauma – is when you were or perceived that you or your baby were, under threat of death or serious injury. The trauma may be a physical birth injury or an emotional and psychological experience. It is important to know that the events…
Having a Positive Caesarean Birth With Hypnobirthing
Birthing your baby by planned caesarean? Want to have a positive birth experience that feels empowering? Here’s how to prepare for your c-section birth with hypnobirthing.
How to buy and sell second hand baby, kids and maternity items online
Babies grow with the speed of light, kids sometimes use a toy for a couple of weeks and then never again, and maternity, well - this one is actually set on a timer!
Buying pre-loved items is a great way of contributing
Induction of Labour, Guide and How to Have a Positive Experience
If you are offered induction of labour (IOL) it is helpful to explore the reason why and look at your individual circumstances to decide if this is the right choice for you and your baby. This piece will
Discuss the common reasons for induction with reference to the supporting evidence.
Consider ways to start labour prior to medical induction.
Offer suggestions for a positive induction experience.
If you are told you need induction or you will be induced on a set date it may feel that you don’t have any options, this is not the case. Having an induction is always your choice…
Birth Bag Checklist
I am a BIG believer in LESS is definitely MORE when it comes to your hospital bag. These are the ‘can’t live without’ essentials, and you’ll be glad you took them with you.
Think about it as though you are packing for a short holiday, we are always tempted to pack more than we need so don't pack items unless you use in your everyday life!
FOR BABY
Baby vests x4 and baby grows (with legs and arms) x4 this may seem like a lot, but you’ll be surprised how many they go through!!
Hat for the first 4 hours after birth and for the journey home…..
A Free Guide to Mental Health in Pregnancy and Postpartum
Becoming a mother is one of the most significant transitions in a woman’s life. Not only is there the physical growth and birth of the baby, but there is a parallel emotional journey towards motherhood.
The way a woman experiences her pregnancy is individual to her. We all come to pregnancy with our own important personal histories. You may have been through many cycles of fertility treatment; you may not want children; you may have conceived in a blended cultural family; you may have experienced a previous pregnancy loss; you may have conceived straight away and are ecstatic……
A Free Guide to Having a Doula
To doula or not to doula…that is the question!
Ever heard of a doula? Wondered what one is, what they do and how they can help? Is it all witchcraft and incense? Hopefully, I can dispel a few myths here!
What is a doula?
A doula supports women and those that birth through pregnancy, birth and the postnatal period. How do we do that…. well, to start with we are non-judgemental and incredibly open in our approach. We appreciate that everyone makes decisions that are right for them…..
A Free Guide to Postnatal Healing
When Nissa asked me to write an article about postnatal healing, I jumped at the chance. It’s a subject I am truly passionate about and this stems from the knowledge that huge changes can be brought about physically, emotionally and spiritually by focusing on postnatal healing. This is something that I see happen on a daily basis in my clinic.
In this short article, I will introduce some key areas to think about:
Physical healing:
Rest - This is the essential first step for physical healing. It’s very easy to underestimate the need to rest and nourish yourself. But I have seen enough women who have suffered from a vaginal prolapse a few weeks after delivery to know this has got to be a priority….
A Free Guide to Breastfeeding, the Early Days
Being informed supports you to confidently make decisions and choices. So just like you have with pregnancy and birth finding out as much as you can about breastfeeding before your baby arrives will give you confidence and get you off to a great start.
Breastfeeding may be natural but that doesn’t mean that it is easy……
A Free Guide to Tongue Ties
The big question is what is a tongue tie?
A tongue-tie can be diagnosed if the membrane under the tongue, also known as a frenulum, is restrictive enough to cause reduced tongue movement and feeding problems. We all have a frenulum under our tongues when it does not permit the tongue to move freely, we can call it a tongue tie.
Some tongue-ties are relatively easy to spot….