Did you know that Continuity of Care throughout pregnancy and birth makes birth safer? Since the dawn of humanity, women and people giving birth have been attended by someone they know and trust, and have a relationship with – doulas and midwives. It is only in the last 70 years or so that we are […]
By Lyndsey Hookway I’ve had a lot of clients lately who I helped with their first child, and have recently emailed me with the happy news that they’re expecting again – every single one of them has asked about baby sleep tips for expectant parents. They are so wise! The best way to deal with […]
By Sophie Brigstocke What is a doula? It’s a question we ask before the start of any doula course because there is still a lack of clarity for many people about what a doula actually is or does. Recently I worked with a lovely group of yoga teachers and asked them to define what a […]
A Guest Post By Kelly Brusch and Nancy Bardacke of Mindfulbirthing.org discussing mindfulness in pregnancy Are you experiencing stress, anxiety, or fear during your pregnancy? If the answer is yes, you are not alone. For many, pregnancy, childbirth, and early parenting can be both a joyous and overwhelming experience. Normal levels of stress, anxiety, and/or […]
Optimal cord clamping and delayed cord clamping – what is it all about? What options do we need to consider around cord clamping after birth. Why do these matter to the health of our baby or babies?What should we do if a baby is born without a midwife or doctor? Why do we cut the […]
Are you considering a pain relief-free birth? It can be off-putting when people dismiss this as an option, and worrying when they say things like, “You’ll be screaming for them when the time comes”! And yet there are many reasons why avoiding pain relief in your birth could lead to a better experience for some […]
Sophie chats about birth plans after reading two very differing opinions about them recently. What are your thoughts about birth plans – a good or a bad thing? Does you feel that your birth plan empowers you to consider your options, or create unrealistic expectations? How can finding the right doula for you help you […]
Postnatal doulas can be invaluable support to families, including when their birth didn’t go as planned. Postnatal doulas can offer practical help around the home, childcare and cooking or walking the dog (each postnatal doula has different offerings, so be very clear about what you need to see if this is something the doula does […]
As we learn more about the microbiome of newborn babies, the more we realise we need to learn! Florence chats to Bridget Supple, Antenatal Teacher and news editor of the International Journal of Birth and Parent Education about her interest in the Microbiome and how that has developed into providing online courses for parents and […]
