Birth Choices & Positions

forward Leaning Inversion in pregnancy

Can forward leaning inversion help your baby get into a better position for birth?

23 October 2026

Breaking The Waters During Birth

Ever wondered what actually happens when a midwife or doctor breaks your waters?

14 October 2026

Why Do Frank Breech Babies Hold Their Legs Up Like This?

Ever seen a newborn with their legs up by their head? It's usually because they spent the end of pregnancy in the frank breech position. Here's why it happens and what gets checked after birth.

19 March 2026

Frank Breech Baby Legs

29 January 2026

Posterior babies and back pain (back labour) #pregnancy

19 June 2024

Walchers method for helping a baby to engage in labour

1 June 2024

informed choice in pregnancy

18 May 2024

Head down Fetal positions in the uterus. #pregnancy #obstetrics #midwifery #midwife

Some of the fetal positions and presentations in the uterus. Occiput- back of baby's head Anterior - facing the front Posterior - facing the back Head down positions: OA -Occiput anterior LOA -…

10 February 2024

Our personal experiences shape our views about childbirth

Our personal experiences shape our views about childbirth. For people who haven't given birth, how birth is depicted through TV dramatisation and testimonials from friends & family, can have a big…

6 July 2023

After hours of labour, or hours spent nil by mouth before a planned caesarean, you're…

After hours of labour, or hours spent nil by mouth before a planned caesarean, you're likely to be pretty hungry! That first bite of food after the birth is usually devine 😋 In hospitals and…

22 November 2022

I've had a few people ask me lately what partners should prepare for birth so I'm…

I've had a few people ask me lately what partners should prepare for birth so I'm reposting one of my old posts for those currently expecting a baby It's ideal for birth partners to prepare a…

15 September 2022

Hi, I'm Marley 👋🏽

Hi, I'm Marley 👋🏽 Most of the posts on this page are educational, but as I've had an influx of new followers lately, let me tell you a bit more about me. I live near London in the UK with my…

7 March 2022

Swipe left for some excellent video examples from

Swipe left for some excellent video examples from @midwifepullan_pt @blossomingbelliesbirth @holistichealthphysio Yoga/Gym balls and peanut balls for labour! Have you ever used one? The…

19 February 2022

Lets talk about postpartum blood loss

Lets talk about postpartum blood loss. It's normal to lose blood vaginally after the birth of your baby regardless of whether it's a c-section or vaginally birth. . Normal blood loss is estimated…

16 February 2022

My publisher sent me a finished copy of my book and I honestly wish I had something…

My publisher sent me a finished copy of my book and I honestly wish I had something like this when I was pregnant with my first baby 22 years ago! To everyone who has pre-ordered, thank you for…

3 February 2022

It's really important that you pee after the birth of your baby before being…

It's really important that you pee after the birth of your baby before being discharged from the hospital or birth centre. Some women can develop urinary retention so as soon as you are able to…

3 December 2021

A cannula is a small plastic tube that is placed in your hand or arm with the…

A cannula is a small plastic tube that is placed in your hand or arm with the intention of delivering fluids into your system. These fluids may or may not contain drugs. The world health…

30 July 2021

Reposting due to several requests!

Reposting due to several requests! It's ideal for birth partners to prepare a small bag for themselves for the hospital or birth centre. Here are some things you may want to consider. Remember…

26 July 2021

Fetal positions in the womb, cervical dilatation & getting baby into a good position Midwife Marley

Here is a quick lesson in baby positions in the womb, cervical dilatation & getting baby into a good position.

25 July 2021

I first shared this a couple of years ago to remind you that your experience will be…

I first shared this a couple of years ago to remind you that your experience will be unique to you. What felt right for someone else may not be best for you. Similarly, when I share information,…

3 April 2021

Most people will give birth to their babies at home, in a hospital, or birth centre…

Most people will give birth to their babies at home, in a hospital, or birth centre (stand alone or attached to a hospital). If you're considered to have a low risk pregnancy, any of these…

24 March 2021

Quick, the baby is coming!

Quick, the baby is coming! I've shared this a couple of times but am asked often - what to do if baby comes quickly? In the UK we call this a BBA (born before arrival of assistance) You'll be…

7 March 2021

Optimal positioning!

Optimal positioning! Have a look at this forward leaning inversion technique from @giftedhandsmidwifery It's widely known as a exercise that can help a baby turn into a better position for birth •…

8 February 2021

What is delayed cord clamping? Also known as optimal or deferred cord clamping | Midwife Marley

In this video I discuss delayed cord clamping, also known as optimal or deferred cord clamping and why it's beneficial to wait before cutting the cord to soon.

12 October 2020