The Hormone Drip – What You Need to Know About Synthetic Oxytocin in Labour
You might have heard of oxytocin being called the “love hormone.” It’s the one responsible for all those feelings of bonding, trust, and connection. But when it comes to labour, oxytocin isn’t just about warm fuzzy feelings — it’s what gets your contractions going, helps you manage pain, and keeps labour ticking along. That’s the […]
Why Not to Count Contractions
Pregnancy advice often comes with a long list of things you “should” do—and somewhere near the top is usually “count your contractions”. You’ll hear it from books, apps, and sometimes even health professionals. They say, “When your contractions are 5 minutes apart, lasting 1 minute each, for 1 hour, it’s time to go in!” In this blog […]
Lightning Crotch – That Sudden, Sharp Pain in Pregnancy (What It Is & Why It Happens)
Lightning Crotch – That Sudden, Sharp Pain in Pregnancy (What It Is & Why It Happens) Pregnancy is a wild ride, full of amazing moments (like feeling those first kicks) and not-so-amazing surprises (like suddenly being zapped in the crotch with what feels like an electric shock, often referred to as lightening crotch). If you’ve ever been walking, sitting, or […]
Recognising the Early Signs of Labour – When It’s Time to Pay Attention
If you’re in the final weeks of pregnancy, recognising the signs of labour is likely on your mind. You’re probably wondering how you’ll know when labour has actually started. Will it be like an EastEnders-style drama, with your waters breaking spectacularly in the middle of Tesco? Or will it creep up slowly, leaving you second-guessing every twinge? […]
What You Need to Know About Episiotomy – Will You Need One Again?
What You Need to Know About Episiotomy – Will You Need One Again? Ah, the infamous episiotomy—a word that can make even the most confident of pregnant women wince. If you had one in a previous birth, you might be wondering: What is an Episiotomy? An episiotomy is a small surgical cut made in the perineum (the area […]
Induction of Labour
What happens if your baby is too comfy? In most cases labour starts naturally but it is sometimes recommended that labour is started artificially. In this article you can get to fully understand the process. You will learn how best to prepare yourself. Induction doesn’t have to feel daunting. My Induction of Labour Class equips you with […]
Skin-to-Skin
Why skin-to-skin is so important If you’re expecting a baby, you may well have heard people talking about skin-to-skin contact. This is hugely beneficial to both you and your newborn and can help you forge strong bonds with each other. What is skin-to-skin contact? Skin-to-skin contact is when a newborn baby is placed straight onto […]
Signs of Labour
What are the signs of labour? If your due date is approaching, you may be starting to wonder how you will be able to tell whether labour has started. Portrayals of childbirth on TV and in movies often show the start of labour as being quite a dramatic event, but for most women it is […]
Labour Positions
Labour positions When you are in labour, it’s really important to listen to your body and find positions which work for you. It can be challenging to feel comfortable during labour and you may have to try different positions at different stages to help you cope with the pain. If possible, it is best to […]
How to prevent tearing during birth
How to prevent tearing during birth Experiencing some kind of tear or graze is a common result of a vaginal delivery. For most women, any perineal tear will be fairly minor and heal quickly but in some cases, it can be more serious. The good news is that there are things you can do to […]
