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Navigating stress in pregnancy: Understanding the Sympathetic Nervous System. How to spot the signs of stress and how to combat stress during our pregnancy.
Your pregnancy is a beautiful and transformative journey for many women, but it also comes with its fair share of challenges and stressors. Stress during pregnancy is not uncommon and can be triggered by various factors such as hormonal changes, physical discomfort, or concerns about the upcoming responsibilities of parenthood. During these times, the body’s…
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7 ways to personalise your Caesarean birth
You have chosen to have a caesarean birth. Here are 7 ways to personalise your Caesarean birth, to help you plan the birth you want and deserve! Hypnobirthing yes, you can use hypnobirthing, mediations, mindfulness and relaxations to your advantage during and in preparation for your caesarean birth. Practice your calm breathing techniques, positive affirmations for birth and your bonding…
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Clothes checklist for your winter baby.
Clothes checklist for your winter baby. You are having a baby this winter? Congratulations! You are wondering how many and what types of clothes and layering you might need? When purchasing your baby clothes, make certain that they all are machine washable, non-flammable and made from soft comfortable materials. Choose clothes which open at the…
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Your Birth Plan
Your birth plan or better birth preferences can be an important part of your journey into parenthood. You may have heard people talking about their birth plan going out of the window or saying it is not worth writing one… In my opinion, as a doula and mother of 4, it is worth thinking about…
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Hypnobirthing FAQ
Who is a hypnobirthing course for? My hypnobirthing workshops are aimed at anyone who wants to give their baby a gentle and loving start in life. If you want a positive experience of birth that you can look back and treasure – for the rest of your life, then my workshops are for you. Suitable for all…
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How to be a supportive Birth Partner #2
Be calm and patient. That will help her to stay calm, too When a mother is calm, her body will release Oxytocin more effectively. What is Oxytocin? Oxytocin is the hormone which triggers her contractions and keeps them coming. Oxytocin is also known as the hormone of love. At the same time, a mother’s body…
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Self-help skills for Labour & Birth #9 & #10
#9 Making a noise Make some noise! It is well known that making a noise is an effective form of pain relief. #10 TENS Machine A TENS machine is a device that transmits mild electric impulses to pads on your back. This blocks the pain signals and helps your body to release endorphins.
Tina Gibbs 
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