The Blog
What are scans actually for?
The first scan you have in pregnancy is an exciting moment for every parent to be. What are they actually for though?
What a Giraffe Can Teach You About Giving Birth
Did you know, we are the only species of mammal that doubt our ability to give birth?
How an orange can ACTUALLY reduce your pain and anxiety levels in labour
Ok, maybe don't go filling your hospital bag with a pack of 'easy peelers' just yet, but I've been reading into the research behind aromatherapy use during birth this week!
How Jammy Dodgers can help you give birth naturally!
The importance of eating and drinking in labour.
Hypnobirthing and Epidurals
Ok, so let’s talk pain relief and Hypnobirthing. Contrary to popular belief, these two things are NOT mutually exclusive.
Positive Birth Stories: A Calm Ventouse Birth
Yep, a positive birth doesnt mean you’ve got to be at home in the bath infront of the Christmas Tree!
Why have a waterbirth? A Look at The Evidence.
Water can be used as a comfort measure during labour, and some women choose to birth their baby in the pool too.
Evidence Based Birth- where to find your info?
Where to gather evidence based information when preparing to make decisions about your birth?
Positive Birth Story: A First Time Mum's Waterbirth
A first time mum tells her experience of a natural hospital water birth.
Optimal or Delayed Cord Clamping, what is it and should you be choosing it for your baby?
Cutting the cord! We’ve often thought about WHO’s going to ‘cut the cord’, but have you given any consideration as to WHEN they’re going to cut it?