Breech Birth: How to treat Hip Dysplasia
After naturally delivering my surprise breech baby I was so thankful to know she was safe and well. I had not heard of hip dysplasia or how to treat it. She had her newborn checks in…
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Breech Birth: Everything You Need To Know
I had no idea how rare natural breech births are. As neither of my babies had presented as a breech in pregnancy I hadn't read anything about it. My breech baby was a complete surprise to…
How To Have A Positive Water Birth
I really wanted to have a water birth. Everyone I asked about it had all had positive experiences. So I found out as much information as I could before I put it into my birth plan.…
Tried And Tested Pain Relief For Childbirth
It can be overwhelming trying to decide which pain relief choices to use for childbirth. I experienced very different types of pain relief when I was having my two children. Understanding the pros and cons of…
How To Use A TENS Machine In Early Labour
A TENS machine is a natural way to relieve pain during early labour. It is a great distraction from the pain of contractions and can be used alongside other techniques such as hypnobirthing and a birthing…
How To Write A Quick And Easy Birth Plan
Are you trying to write a birth plan that covers every detail of your labour? I found it really hard to know where to start and what I really needed to include. This guide will help…
Easy Ways To Manage And Enjoy Early Labour
When I was planning for my labour I did a lot of research on how to manage the signs and symptoms of early labour. I wanted to enjoy my early labour and feel positive and in…
How To Have A Positive Hypnobirthing Experience
Let me start by saying that I was unsure about hypnobirthing. I wasn’t sure if it was for me or if it would be of any help. But I was wrong! Now I love hypnobirthing and…
Everything You Need To Pack In A Hospital Maternity Bag
I remember packing my hospital bag for my first pregnancy and taking too much with me. I packed two bags - one for me and one for the baby with everything I might possibly need. This…
The Best Ways To Use A Birthing Ball
I bought my birthing ball when I was about 7 months pregnant with my first baby. I had been looking at it online for a while, but I just couldn’t decide if it was something I…