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
This article is less about water birth and more about water labour. In this blog we’ll focus on other ways to add water to your hospital birth. But first… here’s why you should add water. What are the benefits of warm water during labour? Warm water...
by janet | Apr 18, 2018 | birth environment, C-Section/ Cesarean, Hospital Birth
Planning a Positive Cesarean birth? Positive Caesarean Births exist and they’re coming to a hospital near you! 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...
by janet | Feb 19, 2018 | birth environment, Hospital Birth, Labour and Birth Tips
Essential Oils For Labour And Birth 8 clever and practical ways to include essential oils in your birth 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...
by janet | Dec 19, 2017 | birth environment, home birth, Hospital Birth, Labour and Birth Tips
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.
