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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That First Poo After Birth
Pooing after birth is something lots of people worry about, and some struggle with. There’s no shame here when it comes to bodily functions and birth, so if you’re looking for answers and reassurance, you’re in the right place.
Frequent Urination In Pregnancy
Ever wondered why you pee more often in pregnancy? Our Resident Midwife, Christie explains it all.
Preparing for your caesarean birth
Our resident midwife Christie takes you through essential things to know and prepare before your caesarean birth.
Three Unexpected Benefits Of Massage
We spoke to the lead massage therapist from at-home massage app Urban about why massage is an underrated health behaviour, and why you should consider it if you’re trying to conceive.
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.
5 Toddler First Aid Tips
Mini First Aid Founder Kate Bell gives us her top 5 first aid tips to help guide you through the craziness of toddlerhood!
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.
Constipation After Birth - Tips from a Midwife
Worried about that first post-birth poo? PBC resident Christie has some reassuring advice…
Remifentanil – An Alternative to Epidural?
You might have heard Remifentanil mentioned in the news after NICE released new guidelines around the drug for birth. Here’s what you need to know, from one of our resident midwives Sarah.
Constipation in Pregnancy - Tips from a Midwife
Our resident midwife Christie talks all things poo and pregnancy in this blog post about constipation in the first, second and third trimester.
Racial Disparities in Maternal Health Outcomes in the News
Government told that lack of progress to address racial disparities in maternal health outcomes is “frankly shameful”. Find out more about the new report from the Women and Equalities Committee here.
Closing the Gap is Added to Anti-Racism Toolkit for Midwives
The Royal College of Midwives has added The Positive Birth Company’s Closing the Gap workshop to their new Decolonising Midwifery Education Toolkit.
Postpartum Recovery: Low Mood and Postnatal Depression
Read specialist midwife - Shaheda’s tips on getting over low moods after birth and looking out for the warning signs of postnatal depression and how to get help.
Pain Relief - What’s Safe to Take When You’re Breastfeeding?
Wondering what you can take while breastfeeding? The good news is, there are plenty of options and we've detailed what medication is safe to take whilst breastfeeding.