Pregnancy, birth & postnatal blog
From the beginning of your pregnancy all the way through from birth to the early years, we are here for you. We know that trying for a baby, planning for birth and navigating the early weeks and months with a baby can be as challenging as it is amazing. We are here to help. Here you’ll find a whole host of free, evidence-based advice and information from a range of qualified experts. They say it takes a village, and we are your (virtual) village.
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Packing your Hospital Bag
It’s important to pack a hospital bag even if you are planning to birth at home, so you have everything available should you need to transfer to the hospital for any reason. Read on to see what essential items our midwife recommends.
Essential Newborn Items -That You May Not Have Thought About!
Preparing for the arrival of your little one can be such an exciting time, but it can be an expensive time too! We’ve created a more realistic guide with some essential items for your newborn that you may not have thought of, but will definitely make your life a whole lot easier.
Baby’s Changing Bag - your daily packing list!
As a new parent, ensuring you have everything you need when you’re going out with your baby for the 1st or 100th time makes life so much easier! So here’s our list of must haves for your day to day changing bag.
10 summer essentials every pregnant person needs to stay cool and comfortable
Let’s dive into the essentials that will make your summer pregnancy a breeze! 😎
Six things to do when you find out you’re expecting
You’re pregnant? Congratulations! Discovering that you’re expecting is an amazing time, full of excitement, new worries and an all new to do list! So what do you need to do next?
How can a perineal massage help first time mums/parents?
Pregnant and looking for a Valentine's Day activity that's a little more intimate than dinner and a movie? It’s not your typical romantic gesture but how about trying perineal massage with your partner?!
Your hypnobirthing shopping list
We’re often asked for a shopping list of items that can be used for hypnobirthing. Our first piece of advice is that you don’t need to have a large budget to prepare for your birth!
When do pregnancy cravings start?
Our resident midwife shares everything you need to know about cravings, appetite and food during pregnancy.
Which antenatal class is right for you?
Antenatal means before birth, relating to pregnancy. But good antenatal education will also cover everything you need to know about birth and vital parts of the postnatal period. In this blog, we’re going to tell you about all the antenatal options out there, so you can find the right one for you.
Group B Strep: know the facts to empower your decision making
One of the commonly asked questions in our midwife support meetings is do I need to go private and pay for a Group B Strep test? Our midwife advises what to do.
How To Be The Best Birth Partner
Our resident midwife has compiled a list of hints, tips and ideas that might be useful to bear in mind as a Birth Partner. However the most important thing is to be led by the birthing person, aim to fulfil their needs, be their advocate if needed and aim to support them mentally and physically through birth.
Frequent Urination In Pregnancy
Ever wondered why you pee more often in pregnancy? Our Resident Midwife, Christie explains it all.
What Should I Eat In Pregnancy? Advice From A Dietitian
Wondering what you should be eating and how much? Then look no further than this blog.
Why Do You Gain Weight In Pregnancy?
‘Most pregnant people gain between 10kg and 12.5kg during pregnancy, putting on the majority of weight after 20 weeks’ (NHS, UK, 2023). Our resident midwife Christie talks all things weight gain in pregnancy, why it happens and what is normal weight gain in pregnancy.
Why Do Breasts Change During Pregnancy?
We asked our resident midwife why we see changes in our breasts during pregnancy and these are the changes she said are normal to see during early and late pregnancy.