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When you’re pregnant, there’s a lot going on in your body – not least the extra pressure your growing baby puts on your pelvic floor muscles. These are the muscles that support your bladder, bowel and womb. Keeping them strong during pregnancy isn’t just about preventing leaks (although that’s a big part of it!) – … Continued

A doula is a trained, non-medical professional and knowledgeable supporter who provides emotional, physical, and informational assistance to pregnant people and their families before, during, and after childbirth. Unlike midwives or obstetricians, doulas don’t medically assist the birth of babies or offer clinical care. Instead, their focus is on comfort, reassurance, promoting autonomy, advocating, and … Continued

If you have been offered an amniocentesis but are unsure what it is, or what it actually involves, this article aims to answer some of your questions. An amniocentesis is a medical procedure that is sometimes offered and  performed during pregnancy. It commonly takes place between 15 and 20 weeks gestation. It isn’t routine, and is … Continued

Pregnancy is an exciting time—but let’s face it, it can also come with a few worries. You might wonder what’s normal, what’s not, and when it’s time to call for help. That’s where maternity triage comes in. You might also hear it called the Maternity Assessment Unit, Day Assessment Unit, or simply the maternity helpline—but … Continued

Pregnancy is often painted as a magical time—but let’s be honest, it’s not always rainbows and baby kicks. It’s completely normal to feel overwhelmed, anxious, or even low during this life-changing time. In fact, around 1 in 5 people experience mental health challenges while pregnant or after having a baby. This is called perinatal mental … Continued

Around the halfway mark of your pregnancy, you’re offered a peek into your baby’s secret world through the 20-week anomaly scan. This ultrasound scan is more than just an opportunity to find out if you’re having a boy or a girl; it’s a crucial check-up on your developing baby. A Glimpse Inside: The scan is performed … Continued

A birth plan is a personal document that outlines your preferences for labour, delivery and the immediate post partum period. It helps medical staff  and your birth team understand your expectations, needs & preferences how you wish to handle various aspects of the birthing process. Here are key elements to consider including in your birth plan: … Continued

How Birth Partners Can Support During Labour Birth partners play a vital role in providing support during labour. Their involvement can significantly impact the mother’s or birthing persons experience and comfort. Here are practical ways birth partners can assist: Emotional support: Offering encouragement, holding hands, and being a comforting presence. Labour can be intense, and emotions may … Continued

Nutrition and Exercise in The Third Trimester Entering the third trimester is a journey into the final stretch that can often feel either like a hard slog or the final burst of energetic excitement and wonder, literally and metaphorically! This is the time when your baby makes their most rapid strides of growth, and you … Continued

5 Pregnancy Myths/Old Wives’ Tales As soon as you announce your pregnancy, you are likely to encounter a mix of questions that seem to come from everywhere. Friends, family, and even strangers may ask when your baby is due, what it feels like to be pregnant, and if you have settled on a name yet. … Continued