The last few weeks I've been so busy, I can't keep my head straight, can't see the wood for the trees and I've certainly not been much use to the people who need me. “I'm tired” I moaned, “I can't slow down, I have so much to do” I complained, and then today I decided to do it differently. I ... Read More about Slow down for birth!
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What is a ‘Natural’ Cesarean?
I had a discussion with a good friend of mine today, when she came to the realisation that despite having a section she could still have maintained some level of control over her baby's journey into the world. She is 20 weeks pregnant with her third son and is looking forward to the birth and ... Read More about What is a ‘Natural’ Cesarean?
Nature Nurtures Birth
OMG OMG OMG. How excited can I get about ducklings? Two have hatched today in my garden. I saw their dark brown fluffy bodies and beautiful shiny eyes, and heard their cute cheep cheep. Seeing them peer out from their nest was almost as lovely as seeing a new baby born, looking up from her mother’s ... Read More about Nature Nurtures Birth
Pregnant? Think Twice About The Birth
Did you know that how your baby is born can have a significant effect on her emotional and psychological makeup as an adult? Everything she registers and feels during her initial entry into the world will be memorised and can influence the rest of her life. Elena Tonetti, an advocate of ... Read More about Pregnant? Think Twice About The Birth
10 Steps to the Ideal Birth Environment
This weekend I taught the Nottingham one day hypnobirthing class in a venue that I've only taught in a couple of times, and a long time ago. Even though the environment was lovely and I'd taught there before it was a little unfamiliar to me. So I prepared a little bit more before the day, phoned up ... Read More about 10 Steps to the Ideal Birth Environment
