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 […]
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 […]
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 help prevent tearing during birth. What […]
Which Oil is the best oil for perineal massage?
Welcoming a new life into the world is the most wonderful experience for any expectant mother but for many it comes with some anxiety around the actual birth. Understandably you are venturing into unfamiliar territory and that can be worrying. My advice to expectant parents is to get as much education as you can so […]
The Benefits of Perineal Massage and The Honest Midwife’s Tips on how to do it!
Pregnancy and childbirth are transformative experiences in a woman’s life, but they also come with their unique set of challenges and discomforts. Among these concerns is the risk of perineal tearing during childbirth, which can lead to discomfort and in some instances complications postpartum. However, there’s a gentle and proactive practice that can help reduce […]
