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Birth is just like going for a poo!

Birth is just like going for a poo!

There are many parallels between going for a poo and giving birth.. this post could totally change the way your approach everything!

The Most Important Science Lesson of Your Pregnancy

The Most Important Science Lesson of Your Pregnancy

If you understand ONE thing about birth, let this be it!

Positive Birth Story: An Informed and Calm Induction

Positive Birth Story: An Informed and Calm Induction

An induction doesnt mean it can’t still be amazing!

How to take CONTROL of your birth experience!

How to take CONTROL of your birth experience!

A MUST READ for any pregnant mums! It’s all very well and good having an idea of what you’d like your birth to be, but how do you get it?

Back to Back Babies

Back to Back Babies

Back to Back babies! Also known as ‘posterior’ ‘OP’ or ‘occipital posterior’. But what does that mean?

Is Birth a Feminist Issue?

Is Birth a Feminist Issue?

So this blog post started its life as a post about fear of birth.. it seems to have morphed into a Feminist rant, but a rant I think needs raising..

Are you pregnant? And approaching the BIG DAY with even a hint of ‘I can’t even go to the dentist so how on earth will I ever manage giving birth?’

What are scans actually for?

What are scans actually for?

The first scan you have in pregnancy is an exciting moment for every parent to be. What are they actually for though?

What a Giraffe Can Teach You About Giving Birth

What a Giraffe Can Teach You About Giving Birth

Did you know, we are the only species of mammal that doubt our ability to give birth?

How an orange can ACTUALLY reduce your pain and anxiety levels in labour

How an orange can ACTUALLY reduce your pain and anxiety levels in labour

Ok, maybe don't go filling your hospital bag with a pack of 'easy peelers' just yet, but I've been reading into the research behind aromatherapy use during birth this week!

Hypnobirthing and Epidurals

Hypnobirthing and Epidurals

Ok, so let’s talk pain relief and Hypnobirthing. Contrary to popular belief, these two things are NOT mutually exclusive.