Imagine your client walking into the operating theatre for their planned or unplanned caesarean birth — not trembling with uncertainty, but feeling calm, confident, and ready. As birth workers, we support families through every kind of birth, and that includes surgical ones. But let’s be honest — even seasoned professionals know that the OR (orContinueContinue reading “Helping Families Feel Confident About Caesarean Births”
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I’m Moving My Birth Worker Printables to Teachers Pay Teachers
If you live in the EU and have tried to buy a printable from me, you might’ve discovered that you can’t purchase them directly from my website right now.That’s why I’ve decided to start moving all my digital products such as birth worker printables over to Teachers Pay Teachers (TPT) — while still keeping themContinueContinue reading “I’m Moving My Birth Worker Printables to Teachers Pay Teachers”
Baby Shower or No Baby Shower? Tips and Ideas for Expectant Parents
Expecting a baby is an exciting time filled with anticipation, joy, and perhaps a bit of nervousness. One question that often arises for expectant parents in the UK is whether to host a baby shower. While baby showers are a well-loved tradition in the United States, they have become increasingly popular across the pond asContinueContinue reading “Baby Shower or No Baby Shower? Tips and Ideas for Expectant Parents”
Top Tips for Encouraging Your Toddler to Drink Water
As a parent, you know how crucial it is to keep your little one hydrated, especially during the warmer months. But convincing a toddler to drink water can sometimes feel like a monumental task. Fret not, for we’ve compiled a handy guide tailored for parents in the UK, filled with tips and tricks to makeContinueContinue reading “Top Tips for Encouraging Your Toddler to Drink Water”
Waterbirth: A Natural Approach to Childbirth
Waterbirth is a natural approach to childbirth. During a waterbirth you labour in a pool of warm water and may also give birth while in the pool. This natural approach has gained popularity for its perceived benefits and the soothing effects of water your childbirth journey. Benefits of Waterbirth Pain Relief: The buoyancy of waterContinueContinue reading “Waterbirth: A Natural Approach to Childbirth”
Pelvic Floor exercises for labour and birth
Pelvic Floor exercises for labour and birth. Being pregnant and birthing your baby can affect your pelvic floor muscles. When your pelvic floor muscles are weak, you may find that you leak urine when you sneeze or cough. This is quite common and no need to be embarrassed. To strengthen your pelvic floor muscles duringContinueContinue reading “Pelvic Floor exercises for labour and birth”
Onset of labour – Activities for Childbirth Education
Onset of labour – Activities for Childbirth Education Classes. Some ideas for antenatal teachers, midwives, doulas and other birth workers. I think it is safe to say that almost every expectant parent is thinking about the onset of labour. How do we know? When do we go to the hospital? When do we call theContinueContinue reading “Onset of labour – Activities for Childbirth Education”
8 tips for self-care in pregnancy
8 tips for self-care in pregnancy, why is that a thing? During your pregnancy, many expectant parents will focus on what is best for their baby. One of the most important parts of doing the right thing for your baby should be taking care of yourself. While there are a lot of things to prepareContinueContinue reading “8 tips for self-care in pregnancy”
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 asContinueContinue reading “How long does labour last?”
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 ofContinueContinue reading “What to wear during childbirth?”