by janet | Oct 7, 2021 | home birth, Labour and Birth Tips, postpartum
A sitz bath is a warm, therapeutic bath used to heal and cleanse the area around the perineum (the space between the genitals and anus). It can be especially useful following vaginal birth and tearing/episiotomy to aid healing and reduce discomfort. Sitz was originally called a Hip Bath where a vessel was filled with cold water to waist height. It was originally thought to have been offered in 1842 Europe to alleviate lower abdominal discomfort. The term “Sitz Bath” comes from the German word for “seat”.
by janet | Aug 29, 2021 | Labour and Birth Tips
Choosing a Birth Support- Is everyone welcome? Not everyone deserves to be with you for birth. There I said it. Just because you’ve always promised your bestie, doesn’t mean they are the right person to support you. Just because your Mom told everyone...
by janet | Aug 15, 2021 | Labour and Birth Tips, pregnancy support
Need help when your baby arrives? A postpartum doula may be for you, This blog discusses the what, when and why’s of hiring a doula.
by janet | Jul 17, 2021 | Essential Oils for labour, Labour and Birth Tips
Where to start? Essential Oils For Labour Most pregnancy and birth books you’ll read will mention using essential oils and to be honest most birth centers, midwives and doulas use them regularly. But it is definately overwhelming on where to start without...
by janet | Apr 5, 2021 | Labour and Birth Tips
Kinesiology During Pregnancy | Birthplace About Katie Anderson – Kinesiologist A few weeks ago, Kinesiologist Katie Anderson and myself chatted about how Kinesiology could support pregnancy. As a mum of three young children, Katie understands the journey of...
by janet | Jan 23, 2021 | home birth, Hospital Birth, Labour and Birth Tips
Pushing your baby out sounds like a no-brainer but did you know there are many ways to do it. You can rely on your body to guide you, be told when to push or even don’t push at all.
by janet | Jan 22, 2021 | healthy pregnancy, Maternity Photographer, Parenting, pregnancy support, pregnancy tips
Let’s face it, you won’t be pregnant forever and most of us only do it a few times. Recording this special time and tracking your progress can be quick and simple or a bit more involved if you’ve got the time and patience. Here’s a lot of ways to honour your pregnancy and create memories you’ll treasure in time to come.
by janet | Jan 15, 2021 | healthy pregnancy, Maternity Photographer, pregnancy support, pregnancy tips
You wouldn’t ask an artist to paint your house would you? It’s just the same with photographers! Every photographer has a particular type of photography that they really enjoy. It common for maternity photographers to be passionate about birth and newborn photography too. Each type of photography has a separate set of skills for example posing a newborn to compliment every tiny detail is very different to posing a pregnant women to accentuate her curves and bump. All maternity photographers will have a portfolio for you to browse also.
by janet | Oct 5, 2020 | birth environment, home birth, Hospital Birth, Labour and Birth Tips
Do you know why the toilet is called ‘the dilation station’? There are heaps of benefits to hanging out in the smallest room of the house (or hospital) for labour. Making room for baby During labour our bodies will naturally try to make room for baby.
by janet | Sep 19, 2020 | Birth Support, C-Section/ Cesarean, healthy pregnancy, home birth, Hospital Birth, pregnancy support, pregnancy tips, Uncategorised
Traditionally dates have been used for centuries to prepare for labour and now we have research to back it. While we don’t know exactly how it works it is thought that dates have an oxytocin-like effect on the body, leading to increased sensitivity of the uterus. They stimulate uterine contractions and reduce postpartum haemorrhage, the way oxytocin does. Read on..
by janet | Jul 15, 2020 | Birth Support, home birth, Hospital Birth, Labour and Birth Tips
Planning On Using Water For Comfort In Labour ? Water is available to most women in labour. It does depend on your care provider so if labouring in water is important to you please make sure you will have access to it for birth.
by janet | Jun 12, 2020 | Birth Support, Uncategorised
If someone asked you if you are bringing a comb to labour, you’d be puzzled right? Well, they know that a comb can be used as a natural pain relief method.
