Birth Preparation & Hypnobirthing
Tools, techniques and mindset for a calmer, more confident birth.
From Birth Sensory®
Build a birth plan around how you cope
Birth Sensory® learns how you respond to sound, touch, movement and communication, then turns it into a personalised birth plan you can print and share with your birth team. Created by registered midwife Marley Henry.
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Reel0:16forward Leaning Inversion in pregnancy
Can forward leaning inversion help your baby get into a better position for birth?
23 October 2026
CarouselA great afternoon at the Baby Show talking about what to expect in the days and weeks…
A great afternoon at the Baby Show talking about what to expect in the days and weeks after having a baby. Some sensitive topics including postpartum psychosis, but ones that every expectant…
8 March 2025
CarouselHave you had two births that felt completely different?
Have you had two births that felt completely different? If so what were the differences between them? Pain in general is subjective and hard to measure. There are several factors however, which…
4 September 2024
CarouselHow did your labour feel?
How did your labour feel? Pain in general is subjective and hard to measure. There are several factors which can affect your perception of pain however. If you have given birth multiple times,…
30 May 2024
Reel0:33Paced bottle feeding
Paced bottle feeding! You can do this regardless of whether the milk is breast or formula, it will still be beneficial. Controlling the flow of milk from a bottle can help your baby in…
1 March 2024
Video12:27Hypnobirthing self hypnosis guided meditation for breathing during labour
Hypnobirthing self hypnosis guided meditation for breathing during labour.
25 February 2024
PostHow would you describe it?
How would you describe it? Remember there is a difference in sensations between a labour that is left to run it's course naturally, and one that is induced with synthetic oxytocin. So what does…
13 November 2023
Reel0:33An episiotomy is a surgical incision between the vagina and the anus (perineum) #midwifery #birth
An episiotomy is a surgical incision in the skin between the vagina and the anus (perineum). They are usually done when the baby needs to be born quickly and waiting for the head to come down…
5 October 2023
PostEver felt that your labia or vulval area in general feels swollen during pregnancy?
Ever felt that your labia or vulval area in general feels swollen during pregnancy? It's actually more common than you think, but rarely spoken about. Due to increased blood flow to the area, the…
28 June 2023
CarouselToday is the International Day of The Midwife, and this year's theme is 'from evidence…
Today is the International Day of The Midwife, and this year's theme is 'from evidence to reality'. There is a need for governments to acknowledge the evidence supporting our profession and the…
5 May 2023
PostThe power of the uterus!
The power of the uterus! Photography by @gatherbirth The kind of power that brings life into this world. You can clearly see the uterus contracting strongly here, helping the cervix to dilate and…
17 March 2023
CarouselPain in general is subjective and hard to measure
Pain in general is subjective and hard to measure. There are several factors which can affect your perception of pain however. If you have given birth multiple times, you may find differences…
15 February 2023
Post***TRANSITION IN LABOUR***
***TRANSITION IN LABOUR*** Many people can remember the point at which they were in the transition stage. It often comes in the form of: "I can't do it anymore, cut this baby out of me now!" Or …
12 January 2023
PostUmbilical cord stump separation
Umbilical cord stump separation After the birth of a baby, once the umbilical cord is cut, a small piece of cord remains. We call this an umbilical cord stump. This left over tissue which…
17 October 2022
PostIf you're pregnant and have a history of high blood pressure (hypertension), or have…
If you're pregnant and have a history of high blood pressure (hypertension), or have developed high blood pressure for the first time in pregnancy, you will be monitored carefully by your care…
10 August 2022
PostHEART PALPITATIONS IN PREGNANCY
HEART PALPITATIONS IN PREGNANCY Your body is carrying extra blood and this can cause your heart rate to increase about 25% faster than usual. A faster heart rate can result in occasional…
4 July 2022
PostTo all those who had a tiresome night last night
To all those who had a tiresome night last night. I know your eyes are burning, you probably feel ready to throw up, are totally touched out and feel like your brain is a big mound of jelly. How…
10 May 2022
PostProdomal labour also known as the latent phase or early labour can be a frustrating time
Prodomal labour also known as the latent phase or early labour can be a frustrating time. It's the time when your body is preparing for established (active) labour but doesn't always result in…
7 February 2022
PostEver felt that your labia or vulval area I'm general feels swollen during pregnancy?
Ever felt that your labia or vulval area I'm general feels swollen during pregnancy? It's actually more common than you think, but rarely spoken about. Due to increased blood flow to the area,…
16 January 2022
PostThinking about my previous post, sometimes it's hard getting it right for everyone
Thinking about my previous post, sometimes it's hard getting it right for everyone. I feel that people have a right to be informed but some prefer not to be (and thats ok) On one hand, as a…
23 November 2021
Video5:03How to do perineal massage to reduce the risk of tearing or episiotomy | Midwife Marley
How to do perineal massage to reduce the risk of tearing or episiotomy ❤ More about me: Instagram: Facebook: www.facebook.com/thebirthcoach Blog: Podcast: Order my book: ❤Contact me: midwifemarley@cha
29 September 2021
PostEffective breathing during labour and birth will help you to focus, remain in control,…
Effective breathing during labour and birth will help you to focus, remain in control, lower your stress hormones and provide your uterus with enough oxygen to contract properly. This in turn will…
22 September 2021
PostThe birthing environment needs to be kept as calm as possible
The birthing environment needs to be kept as calm as possible. Other mammals birth in peace and calm so humans should be capable of keeping that space as stress free as possible. What not to do…
31 August 2021
PostHave you ever wanted to work in the birth world as a childbirth educator?
Have you ever wanted to work in the birth world as a childbirth educator? Perhaps you're hoping to become a doula or midwife one day but would like to gain some knowledge and expertise first.…
25 August 2021