The Truth About Sleep in Pregnancy
The Truth About Sleep in Pregnancy (and How to Get More of It) Pregnancy comes with all sorts of joys — the flutter of first kicks, choosing baby names, imagining your little one’s face… and then lying wide awake at 3am wondering why you can’t get comfortable, why your brain is doing cartwheels, and whether […]
Common Third Trimester Symptoms to Expect
Common Third Trimester Symptoms to Expect (And Why You’re Not Losing the Plot) The common third trimester symptoms can often make you feel as though you’re losing control, but rest assured these experiences are perfectly normal. You’ve made it to the third trimester—congratulations! You’re officially in the home stretch. But while the countdown to meeting […]
How to Sleep Better in the Third Trimester
How to Sleep Better in the Third Trimester (How to sleep better in the third trimester – Even When It Feels Practically Impossible) Let’s be honest—sleep in the third trimester can feel like a cruel joke when trying to sleep better. You’re exhausted, but your brain won’t switch off, and your bump is heavy. Learning […]
Why It’s Not Too Early to Write Your Birth Preferences
Why It’s Not Too Early to Write Your Birth Preferences How Early Planning Can Empower You for a Calm and Confident Birth When you’re pregnant, there’s a lot to think about—baby names, antenatal appointments, nursery prep… but one thing that often gets pushed to the bottom of the list is writing your birth preferences (called a birth […]
How Birth Preparation Classes Can Boost Your Confidence
Discover the Power of The Honest Midwife Antenatal Classes Pregnancy is one of the most transformative journeys you’ll ever experience—and it’s normal to feel a mix of excitement and anxiety, especially as the birth approaches. One of the most powerful ways to ease worries and build real confidence is by joining birth preparation classes, like The Honest […]
How to Stay Positive Waiting for Labour
How to Stay Positive Waiting for Labour If you’re 39, 40 — or even 41 weeks pregnant — and still no sign of labour, you’re not alone. It’s important to stay positive while waiting for labour to begin. The final days (or weeks!) of pregnancy can feel like an emotional rollercoaster. One moment you’re glowing […]
5 Ways to Make the Last Days of Pregnancy More Bearable
Feeling Over It? 5 Ways to Make the Last Days of Pregnancy More Bearable By the time you reach 39 weeks, chances are you’re well and truly done.Done with the waddling.Done with the comments.Done with the not-sleeping, the sore hips, and the “any signs yet?” texts. If you’re feeling physically heavy, mentally drained, and emotionally […]
Complementary Therapies to Help During Labour
Complementary Therapies to Help During Labour: What You Need to Know Every labour is different — and every woman finds her own way to cope.While research on complementary therapies to help in labour is mixed, many women say these gentle techniques helped them feel calmer, stronger, and more in control during birth. If you’re curious […]
Top Tips for When You Go Over Your Due Date
Top Tips for When You Go Over Your Due Date Ah, the due date. That magical day we circle on the calendar, dream about, and plan our lives around. If you find yourself going over your due date, here are some top tips to help you navigate this unexpected time. But here’s the thing: it’s […]
How to Plan for a Gentle Postnatal Recovery
Thinking Ahead: How to Plan for a Gentle Postnatal Recovery At 40 weeks pregnant, it’s easy to focus all your energy on labour and birth — and no wonder!But what comes after, namely your postnatal recovery, is just as important. This is a huge transition, physically and emotionally. Planning ahead now, while you’re still waiting […]
