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Video24:49louise birth story - natural birth 40 hour labour with epidural and episiotomy
Louise from Ireland talks to me about her birth story.
19 August 2019
CarouselMost 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
PostBirth partners fainting and near fainting in the birth room is more common than people…
Birth partners fainting and near fainting in the birth room is more common than people realise. Fears, phobias and emotional distress (ie seeing your loved one in pain) can be overwhelming, and…
11 June 2022
PostMy birth isn't your birth
Remember this? But MY birth isn't YOUR birth . I've written a similar post on this topic before but just wanted to remind you that you are unique and your experience will be too. I love hearing…
27 July 2020
Reel0:31The 7 cardinal movements of labour and birth #pregnancy #birth #reproduction #baby #pregnant
The cardinal movements are the series of turns and position changes a baby makes to pass through the pelvis during a vaginal birth.
9 January 2024
Video13:59Natalie's birth story quick childbirth dilates 5-10cm in 1 hour!
Natalie talks to me about the birth of her second baby after giving birth just 10 days prior to me interviewing her.
16 August 2019
Video4:48Birth of a baby's head and body! Bertha pushes out a baby | Midwife Marley
Demonstrating the final pushing stages A quick demonstration with 'Bertha the birther' showing the final stages of giving birth vaginally.
9 March 2021
Video7:19Preparing the mind for birth | Midwife Marley
How can a focused mind make your birth a more positive experience?
31 January 2020
PostTag a birth partner to be who might benefit from these tips!
Tag a birth partner to be who might benefit from these tips! Link to our birth prep course in image. Birth partners fainting and near fainting in the birth room is more common than people…
3 February 2024
PostI've updated my free birth guides!
I've updated my free birth guides! You can download them directly from my website (link in bio) . There are tips for birth, breathing during labour, birth partner tips and more. . I also have a…
21 August 2020
CarouselBirth worker download pack discount for the next 24 hours only!
Birth worker download pack discount for the next 24 hours only! As some of you know, I am also the founder of @childbirthdownloads for birth workers. . I have designed a whole heap of…
30 July 2020
PostVBAC - VAGINAL BIRTH AFTER C-SECTION
VBAC - VAGINAL BIRTH AFTER C-SECTION I had my first VBAC in 2016 (pictured) after a c-section in 2007. It's good to note my very first birth in 2000 was also vaginal. I had my second VBAC in 2019.…
14 August 2020
Video3:09Cervical Dilatation With Playdough - Labour & Birth | Midwife Marley
I created some home made playdough for my daughter and decided to show you the stages the cervix goes through to efface (thin out) and dilate.
29 January 2021
PostHere are some of the pain relief methods commonly used during birth
Here are some of the pain relief methods commonly used during birth. Water- you dont have to give birth in water to benefit from in. Just spending your labour in the warm pool can help make you…
15 June 2019
CarouselSome of the comments and questions I've heard from dad's during and after birth
Some of the comments and questions I've heard from dad's during and after birth. Many are prepared for the birth experience, and many aren't. Whilst the primary focus is and always will be the…
15 December 2024
PostThe terms natural and normal birth often cause confusion as to what they actually mean
The terms natural and normal birth often cause confusion as to what they actually mean. They also mean different things to different people. Some people will say they have had a natural birth if…
16 April 2021
PostIt'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
PostWho will you be having aith you when you give birth?
#tbt Who will you be having aith you when you give birth? • • • • • • When the pressure gets too much.... remember you are in control of who is with you when you give birth. Childbirth is an…
21 November 2019
PostThe options of where and how to give birth are endless
The options of where and how to give birth are endless. If you've had a baby before, where did you give birth? If it's not on this list, I'd still love to hear! . Birth sometimes happens in places…
30 March 2019
PostBirth plans are useless!
Birth plans are useless! I hear them say. 'Them' being some health professionals. The apprehension & negativity is then projected onto those whose births didn't go as they had hoped. Hear me out…
13 May 2021
CarouselHow to avoid an assisted birth with either forceps or ventouse (suction) swipe right…
How to avoid an assisted birth with either forceps or ventouse (suction) swipe right for images from @rcobsgyn Around 1 in 8 give birth with the assistance of either instrument. There are steps…
28 October 2021
PostPositions for birth!
Positions for birth! Here are some of the most popular positions but which one is best? Well that's all down to a few things. Firstly maternal preference, some women prefer to be standing, some…
1 July 2020
PostBirth can be intense!
Birth can be intense! Birth can make you say things you never normally would. . Some women are calm and quiet Some will scream and shout Some will use the 'F' and 'C' words more in one hour than…
6 September 2020
CarouselMY BIRTH STORY
MY BIRTH STORY. . I have decided to share my story of the birth of my 5th baby. After having a pregnancy that was classified as high risk due to previously having had a c-section and current…
6 May 2020