Category: Birth Partners
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How to use your birth ball
How can you use your birth ball for pregnancy, childbirth and during the early postpartum? What is it? A birthing ball is the same as an exercise or gym ball. The name “birth or birthing ball” refers to this specific purpose. A birth ball can help rotation while the you are sitting or when standing…
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Free pregnancy checklist!
You are pregnant! Congratulations. Now is the time to get organised. This pregnancy checklist is a gentle reminder of your options, recommendations and appointments… What When The recommendation is to start taking Folic Acid and Vitamin D supplements As soon as you found out that you are pregnant Register with your community midwife. Check with your…
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Can I use hypnobirthing during an induction?
One of the most frequent questions before clients book my hypnobirthing classes is “Can I use hypnobirthing during an induction?” The answer is YES. Hypnobirthing or mindful hypnobirthing is an invaluable skill during induction! In my opinion, mindful hypnobirthing techniques during an induction are even more important and useful than when having a straightforward birth experience!…
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What to wear during childbirth?
A question that comes up frequently during my childbirth preparation classes is “What to wear during childbirth?”. The answer is, whatever feels comfortable to you. There are a few things you may wish to consider when deciding what to wear during childbirth The birth environment – While you are in control of the temperature of…
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How long does labour last?
How long does labour last? What is the average time for labour & childbirth? In medical terms labour is divided into three stages: 1st stage – where your uterus and body are getting ready. Your cervix is softening and will begin to open until it is fully open (dilated). It is sometimes referred to as…
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Bonding with your baby in pregnancy
Bonding with your baby can begin in pregnancy, while your baby is still growing in the womb. It is a perfect time to start the bonding process during pregnancy. Attachment is very important for your babies development when they are born. What can babies experience in the womb? Sound From around 18 weeks of pregnancy…
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Positive Birth Affirmations
Positive birth affirmations are also know as positive self-talk or statements for a positive birth. Positive birth affirmations help to programme your subconscious to tune into your natural ability to give birth, your strength and resilience. Letting go of fears and to build your body-confidence is a big part of your hypnobirthing experience and helps…
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What is a gentle Caesarean Birth?
What is a gentle Caesarean Birth or Caesarean Section and why should expectant parents know about it? Gentle Caesareans mimic some of the natural processes of giving birth: A drug to encourage uterine contractions is given to the mother, so that your baby gets ‘pushed’ out by your uterus rather than pulled by the obstetrician.…
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The role of the birth partner
The role of the birth partner includes many different ‘hats’. But it could be as simple as being there… The key is the partner’s presence. Being there in the moment, being the guardian of oxytocin, the birth keeper, the advocate. Your role will be led by the birthing mother/person who you are supporting. Who can…
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Aromatherapy for Childbirth
Studies have found higher comfort and satisfaction when people use aromatherapy for childbirth during their birth experience. Whether you are planning to give birth at home, at your a hospital or midwife-led unit, Aromatherapy for Childbirth has become very popular recently. Many NHS trusts offer aromatherapy to mothers and birthing people during labour and their…
Tina Gibbs 