With new motherhood comes sleepless nights and constant feedings – finding the right support for your changing body, including options for pumping, shouldn’t add to the chaos. As you navigate the challenges of breastfeeding, a nursing bra becomes more than just a piece of clothing; it’s an essential part of your journey toward comfortable breastfeeding. […]
Your Pregnancy Body: Real Talk on Skin, Sleep, Aches & More
Your body goes through incredible changes during pregnancy, many of which go unseen and some which are very obvious. These rapid changes can affect you both physically and emotionally but when the going gets tough, remember you are growing another human being, which despite the challenges associated with pregnancy is also awesome! Be kind to […]
How To Prepare For Bringing Baby Home
While your baby’s due date is fast approaching, you may be searching for tips on how to get prepared and what to expect. We’ve got the lowdown on everything you need to know and a handy checklist on what to have ready. Preparing For Life After Birth Creating a Safe Sleep-Friendly Nursery When shopping for […]
What to Expect from Your Midwife Appointments
When it comes to pregnancy care in the UK, midwife appointments play a crucial role in ensuring the health and well-being of both the expectant mother and the baby. Midwives are dedicated healthcare professionals who provide comprehensive antenatal and postnatal care, offering support and guidance throughout the pregnancy journey. In this blog post, we will […]
Caesarean section recovery; everything you need to know!
For most expectant mums, one of the most worrying thoughts behind having a caesarean section is the recovery! Don’t worry, as we’re going to cover everything you need to know about c-section recovery in this blog. You could say I’m pretty well equipped to handle this topic – I’m Emma – a midwife, and a […]
Navigating your choices for an empowered birthing experience!
Hello there soon-to-be parents! Welcome to the rollercoaster of emotions, excitement, and a bit of nervous anticipation that is the journey to parenthood. Just like parenting, there’s no one-size-fits-all when it comes to labour and delivery choices, but we’ll take you through all the key info you need on your birth options, so you can […]
Postpartum recovery tips for new mums
You are put under so much strain physically and mentally during pregnancy and labour, so it’s no surprise the body and mind needs time to heal and recover after such a life-changing event. Here we have all the do’s and don’ts to get you back up on your feet and feeling more like you again. […]
Naturally Inducing Labour: Safe and Effective Methods
Preparing for the arrival of your little one is an exciting and eagerly anticipated time. As your due date approaches, you may find yourself getting impatient to meet your little one. There are many old wives tales on how to stimulate labour and encourage your baby’s arrival. However many of them are unfounded, not tested […]
Understanding Quickening in Pregnancy: Babies movements
Feeling your baby move inside you is an incredible milestone in pregnancy. As a first-time mum or even if you’ve been through this before, understanding quickening and when you can expect to feel those magical kicks is an exciting journey. In this blog post, we will explore the signs of quickening, normal patterns of foetal […]
Post Birth – Everything you need to know
Becoming a mum is an exciting, life-changing experience, but it’s not without its challenges. Already you have to adjust to a new routine and the demands of caring for a newborn, plus there are many physical and emotional changes you might experience after giving birth. But don’t worry we have you covered, here’s everything you […]