While the onset of labour is a natural process that typically begins when your baby is ready, there are some gentle methods you can try to encourage labour to start naturally when the time is right. In this article, we’ll explore some techniques that could be effective for jumpstarting labour, from enjoying raspberry leaf tea,
During pregnancy, the anticipation of labour may feel like one big waiting game, but in reality, labour is a dynamic journey with sometimes distinct and sometimes subtle stages. Each stage offers you and your midwife clues about your progress and how close you are to meeting your precious arrival. There are technically four stages of
There are many reasons why women might choose a homebirth. No car rides in labour, home comforts throughout, no limitations on birth supporters, feeling more empowered as you labour in your own space, to name but a few. Top of the list though is that, contrary to public belief, it is a very safe option
In the UK about 2% of births take place in the home, and in Ireland it’s about 1%. Birthing at home can lead to less interventions, less adverse maternal outcomes and less adverse outcomes for babies too. Which creates a more positive experience for the women and their families. Are home births safe? Birthing at
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
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,