What is the truth about Induction of Labour at 42 weeks?
How often have you heard women say “I had to be induced “or my baby might have been stillborn. This statement implies that the balance of power lies in the hands of the Midwives and Doctors whom we have to gain permission from when it comes to how we give birth.
- Published in Labour, Labour & Birth
At times you will have a pregnancy journey that is veering away from the straight forward route and when this happens you can feel that you have very little choice but to go along with the medical interventions even though they were not part of your birth plan. This can lead to feelings of powerlessness and a perception that you are not being heard!
- Published in Home Birth, Labour & Birth
The Power of Birth
The alternative approach to pain management includes a wide variety of techniques that address not only the physical sensations of pain, but also attempt to prevent you suffering by enhancing the emotional and spiritual aspects of your care. In this approach, pain is seen as normal but is separated from suffering and made acceptable.
- Published in Home Birth, Labour, Labour & Birth


