Should I have a homebirth?
Friday, 03 November 2023
by Rachel Ollier
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
- Published in Home Birth, Labour & Birth
Can Men Get Postnatal Depression?
Wednesday, 25 October 2023
by Mark Williams
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
- Published in Mens Health, Postnatal Care
What pain relief can you have at a home birth?
Friday, 13 October 2023
by Fiona Brotherton
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
- Published in Home Birth, Labour & Birth, Midwife
What Happens at Your First Antenatal Appointment?
Wednesday, 11 October 2023
by Meghan Steed
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,