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Assume Nothing: The Most Important Rule of Birth Preparation
You’ll probably agree, we live in an age of information overload, bombarded by opinions, left, right and centre. And never is that more obvious than when you’re pregnant, everyone from this week’s influencer to your Auntie Janet might have an opinion on how you care...
From “High Risk” to High Power: Elly’s Water Birth Story
"I wouldn’t change a thing.” When I hear that from a client, I know the birth was positive – not because it went “to plan”, but because the mother felt supported, capable, and powerful. And I was so glad to hear a birth story recently where the mother used this...
When Your Birth Plan Doesn’t Fit the System: Jamie’s Homebirth Story
Jamie was a first-time mum with strong instincts. Although she kept an open mind knowing that her plans may change depending on the circumstances, these were the choices that felt most important to her: A physiological, undisturbed birth at home. No routine...
Finding Peace After an Unexpected Birth
The women I work with are proactive as they prepare for birth, they're coming to pregnancy yoga classes, they're attending antenatal education, reading books and getting clued up on feeding choices. They're working on their mindset, some are hiring doulas and...
8 Irresistible Black Friday Deals Every Mum-to-be Should Consider
I'm generally not a fan of Black Friday but if there's items you need to buy then it's great if you can get a bit of a bargain. Here's some great discounts I've spotted for Black Friday 2024, all with a focus on you rather than baby. You deserve a treat too! Please...
Trusting the Process: Tyler’s Empowering Home Birth Story
Home birth is sadly not a common occurrence in our society even though studies show it is "both safe and satisfying, that it leads to fewer interventions, a higher chance of breastfeeding success, and helps to make confident parents."* Which is why I was so glad...