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Essential Oils For Labour & Birth – Choosing the right oil

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 forking out...

Heal After Birth – Perineal Care and Sitz Bath

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”.

Choosing A Birth Support | Must Have Qualities

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 she'd be there,...

What Is A Postpartum Doula And Why You Need One

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.

Kinesiology during pregnancy | Birthplace

Labour and Birth Tips

Kinesiology During Pregnancy | Birthplace About Katie Anderson - KinesiologistA 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 forever...

Pushing For Birth |Ways and Meanings

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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.

Pregnancy Milestones You’ll Love to Treasure |Birthplace

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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.

Choosing a Maternity Photographer | My personal experience

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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.

The Dilation Station- Use The Loo To Labour

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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.

Dates For An Easier Labour- The Benefits of Dates

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..

Labouring In Water | Benefits and Alternatives of Water Use in Labour

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.

Using a Comb during Labour |Natural Pain Relief

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.

Baby Kicks- What’s Normal? – Preventing Stillbirth

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Baby Movements & Bonding With Your Bump Can Help Prevent Stillbirth Knowing your babies movements helps to identify any change in pattern and can help prevent stillbirth.

Healthy Pregnancy Smoothies You’ll Love

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Feeling Blah? Want something tasty but not sure exactly what? The First Trimester can leave you with a meh taste in your mouth BUT we think these healthy pregnancy smoothies are the answer.

4 Things You Need To Do BEFORE You Breastfeed |Birthplace

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Breastfeeding is a learned skill for you and our baby. This article explores 4 ways you can prepare to succeed BEFORE baby arrives. Where to find support, accurate information and things to add to your birth plan for a great breastfeeding start.

Morning Sickness, Cures And Remedies You Have To Try |Birthplace

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Morning sickness soon takes the utter joy away from a newly pregnant mother. But it won’t last forever and there are lots of things to try to ease your symptoms.

Planning A Positive Caesarean Birth? Here’s the top tips!

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If you are planning a positive cesarean birth, thanks to social media you have most likely heard of gentle c-sections and mother assisted cesarean. In all of these cases, the birthing mother was offered her options and her preferences were supported and included where possible.Planned or unexpected you can have input on your caesarean birth. Planning the “what ifs” of birth is important, it may happen and if it does is good to know your preferences.

Keeping Your Toddler Busy with a Newborn |Toddler Activities

Parenting, Uncategorised

Tips for Mums to Help Make Your Life Easier with Two or More Kids Having a baby is a huge momentous life-changing event. Having another one can be an even bigger adjustment. How will you find the time to keep one entertained while you care for your newborn?

8 Ways To Use Essential Oils for Labour And Birth |DIY Recipes

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Essential oils can be really beneficial to the birthing process. They can enhance a positive experience, assist with pain relief, settle nerves and relax you. As well as creating a beautiful birth environment for your support team. Always discuss essential oil use with your care provider before use

How To Have A Homebirth In Hospital | Birthplace

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The research shows women that birth in a home-like setting are more likely to have a positive birth outcome. It is so easy to create a home birth feel in a hospital setting. Firstly you need to know that you can bring your things with you to hospital. Most birthing centre’s and maternity hospitals will encourage you to make yourself at home.