Pregnancy for some is an incredible time filled with anticipation, excitement, and a touch of nervousness. It can also be a filled with a vast amount of information and recommendations, these might include choosing where to give birth, navigating screening tests offered to you and nutrition considerations etc. Having all of these options can feel
Why is Antenatal Education Important? Antenatal education is so important! We pile so much time, money and effort into so many life changing events nowadays. But birth, perhaps the biggest life changing event, is often left to chance when there are so many benefits to women and partners investing in it. Antenatal education can ease
Every year, on November 17th, World Prematurity Day is observed to raise awareness about the challenges faced by premature babies and their families. Premature birth, defined as birth before 37 weeks of gestation, affects millions of infants worldwide. In this blog, we will explore the reasons behind premature births, discuss important considerations when caring for
My job frequently involves witnessing women at their most powerful and fierce; seeing them birth their baby and wrapping them safely in their arms; watching as their face changes from pure strength to a soft, peaceful, and elated look; and quietly observing as they flood their newborn with protective safe smiles and introductions. I am
Homebirth, an age-old practice that has witnessed a revival in recent years, embodies the essence of women’s strength and resilience. By choosing to birth at home, women warmly embrace the idea of bringing their child into the world in a familiar and soothing environment. It is important to note that every pregnancy and birth is
We have all heard about new mums and “baby blues” and in more extreme cases, postnatal depression, but what about new dads? Can dads get postnatal depression too? In this blog, leading campaigner for dads mental health, Mark Williams, talks about postnatal mental health for new dads. Can Dads Get Postnatal Depression? Yes, Fathers can
If you are considering a home birth, you may be wondering what pain relief options are available to you. It’s important to note that every labour is different, and your personal experience of pain may be different to someone else’s. Unfortunately, we don’t have a way to predict what your birth will feel like to
Congratulations on your pregnancy! Whether you’ve been trying to conceive for a long time, or your positive test has been a complete surprise, it’s likely that you might have many questions and thoughts going through your head. The most practical thing to consider at this point is accessing midwifery care and your first antenatal appointment,
Whether you’re a first-time parent or you’ve experienced the joys of parenthood before, one thing is certain: you won’t be navigating the early days of parenthood alone. As soon as your baby arrives, a network of support will be there to guide you through this transformative journey. In this blog, we will delve into the
During your booking appointment there will be many decisions to make and questions to ask and answer. One of those decisions will be around whether you would like screening for you and/or for your baby. Screening may be something you have heard of, perhaps you have received a leaflet along with your booking appointment letter,
- 1
- 2