We’re all pretty aware of the benefits of healthy eating in general, and we know that healthy eating becomes more important when you’re pregnant. But there are often so many different people tel...
Tag: labour
Tips for partners: how to support mums in labour
As a birthing partner, you can end up feeling a little lost, a little useless, and a little overwhelmed. You might not know what to do, or how to help. These tips for partners can help you understan...
What to expect if you’re having twins
Learning you are having twins is an exciting piece of news, but it can be daunting! It’s important to understand what this will mean for you and your babies, as most of the advice you get may not ...
Winter inspired baby names
Trying to find the perfect winter inspired baby names for your little one born in the coldest months? We’ve got some great suggestions for you - some you may have heard before, and hopefully some ...
Choosing a birthing partner
A birthing partner is someone who will be with you during labour and birth, to give you emotional and practical support. Who you choose to be your birthing partner is entirely up to you. (more&h...
The First Signs of Labour
It’s the topic foremost in your mind as your due date approaches—how will you know when baby is ready for the big reveal? Here are the top signs you should grab that hospital bag. (more&hellip...
Do Waters Break More Commonly At Night?
Most of what movies tell you is incorrect—at least when it comes to pregnancy and labour. Going into labour is very rarely as dramatically swift as celluloid, and waters almost never break in the mi...
Early Labour: the Surprising Things You Can Do
The early stages of labour can last between 8 and 12 hours, with contractions generally low in intensity and spaced a good deal apart. In short, it’s nothing like the speedy drama of the movies—so...
Didn’t Have the Birth You Hoped For? Here’s What You Can Do
You adore your baby—but her birth was a disappointment. Sound familiar? Many women go into labour prepped with an ideal birth plan, only to be blindsided by complications that throw those plans out ...
What Is Daisy Birthing?
You probably know about the standard pain relief therapies for birth—even a couple alternative ones; but have you heard of Daisy Birthing? (more…)...
