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 Newborn Sleep
Helping your baby become a confident sleeper, is a gift that will last them a lifetime. But, with all the contradictory information out there, it can be difficult to know where to start.
Strong sleep foundations
By simply responding to our babies when they need us, we help them feel safe and secure, the two most important conditions for sleep…..
A Free Guide to Pelvic Floor Health
Many women first become aware and start to think about their pelvic floor muscles when they become pregnant. The pelvic floor muscles are an amazingly supportive muscle sling, that forms the base of your pelvis. They help to support your pelvic organs (bladder, rectum and uterus) and a growing baby whilst pregnant.
Ways to find them-
1. Blow. Sit upright and supported. Inhale through your nose and exhale through pursed lips (as if you are blowing through a thin straw. As you exhale, you may feel these pelvic floor foundations switching on.