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CarouselThinking of becoming a childbirth educator or doula?
Thinking of becoming a childbirth educator or doula? Or perhaps you would like a better chance of successfully gaining a place on a midwifery programme? Come check out my Teach Birth course! …
1 September 2022
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
PostSome of you may already know I work with NowBaby TV to bring live antenatal education…
Some of you may already know I work with NowBaby TV to bring live antenatal education into womens homes. I along with another midwife run frequent online coursee for women who can't access face…
3 June 2019
PostHi, 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
PostWhen having your first baby, it's important to equip yourself with as much knowledge…
When having your first baby, it's important to equip yourself with as much knowledge as possible surrounding pregnancy, birth, feeding and baby care. This can be done via books, antenatal classes…
19 May 2019
PostWhere the magic happens!
Where the magic happens! I finally have a space where I can work on antenatal education, up and coming speaking engagements, and film content for social media. As well as seeing pregnant and…
28 January 2023
PostI know a lot, but I don't know it all
I know a lot, but I don't know it all. I'm pretty educated and experienced on pregnancy, birth and parenting in general, but I don't neccessarily know what's best for every individual or family. …
28 June 2022
PostA baby's skull is designed in such a way that it allows for rapid growth of the brain…
A baby's skull is designed in such a way that it allows for rapid growth of the brain during pregnancy, and so that it can withstand birth. The position of the baby in the uterus can be deterimed…
1 April 2022
Post"The head is at -1 station".....You may have read women online talking about vaginal…
"The head is at -1 station".....You may have read women online talking about vaginal examinations performed by their midwife or doctor in labour to assess how low the baby's head is. This is…
25 October 2019
PostI get asked lots and lots of pregnancy and birth related questions which unfortunately…
I get asked lots and lots of pregnancy and birth related questions which unfortunately I just cant all respond to as I would be on my phone all day! However the idea of this page is to educate…
2 August 2019
PostMy Online Hypnobirthing is now available!
My Online Hypnobirthing is now available! Click link in bio to enrol. Hypnobirthing is a birthing technique that combines deep breathing, relaxation, visualisation, self-hypnosis and education…
28 July 2019
Video4:38How to bath your newborn baby
Bathing your newborn step by step To check out our full video courses for expecting parents, head over to www.nowbaby.co.uk
1 July 2024
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
Video10:32The Stages of Labour and Birth | Midwife Marley
Learn about the different stages of labour and why they are significant.
26 July 2021
Video7:19Preparing the mind for birth | Midwife Marley
How can a focused mind make your birth a more positive experience?
31 January 2020
Reel0:16cervical dilation and fetal descent during g labour and vaginal birth
Ever wondered what actually happens to your cervix as labour progresses?
14 October 2026
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
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
PostHi, I'm Marley 👋🏾
Hi, I'm Marley 👋🏾 I haven't done an introduction for a long while so think it's about time as there are lots of new faces that have joined my community here! I'm a UK based midwife of over 12…
1 July 2021
Reel0:16forward Leaning Inversion in pregnancy
Can forward leaning inversion help your baby get into a better position for birth?
23 October 2026
CarouselI have experienced scenarios like this many times in my career
I have experienced scenarios like this many times in my career. Parents making it the entire way through their pregnancy with very little knowledge of how pregnancy and birth work. I used to find…
8 October 2024
PostWelcome to my little corner of the Internet 💫
Welcome to my little corner of the Internet 💫 I did a 'hello' post a couple of years ago and since my page has grown a lot since then, thought I should do another one. I'm also currently…
29 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
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