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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
Post**Update** Are you expecting a baby or have you already given birth this year?…
**Update** Are you expecting a baby or have you already given birth this year? I posted this on Jan 1st 2021, wondering how the year would look for people having babies 2020 certainly threw…
5 August 2021
PostMaternity leave expectations vs reality
Maternity leave expectations vs reality. It's easy to imagine returning to work after having a baby, before the baby has arrived. Once they're here, the thought of returning and leaving your…
17 April 2024
PostSo you asked me to write about what to expect postpartum and here it is, summed up in…
So you asked me to write about what to expect postpartum and here it is, summed up in one picture. These are some of the physical, mental and emotional aspects of postpartum life that you may…
4 March 2021
PostReposting for my new followers expecting their first baby!
Reposting for my new followers expecting their first baby! • • • • • • What do contractions feel like? A question that I'm pretty sure all women pregnant with their first baby has asked! The…
13 February 2020
PostFeeling like everyone and everything wants a piece of you?
Feeling like everyone and everything wants a piece of you? Becoming a parent adds a new meaning to the word time. Often, our expectations of parenting before becoming parents are way off,…
24 April 2024
PostLook at all these placental variations!
Look at all these placental variations! Typically the umbilical cord is inserted in or near the center of the placenta. However their are some interesting variations that can occur in the…
12 February 2020
CarouselFinally received my copy of Birthing!
Finally received my copy of Birthing! It's been an absolutely honour to co-author @davinamccall 's new book! It covers so much, and I truly believe expectant parents will find this book…
1 August 2025
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
PostTwin life! This brings back plenty of memories for me and I'm sure other twin…
Twin life! This brings back plenty of memories for me and I'm sure other twin parents too. If you're expecting twins, prepare yourself for years of joy (and mayhem) I've created a specialist…
9 December 2022
PostI'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
PostToo much fluid around the baby (polyhydramnios) or too little fluid (oligohydramnios)…
Too much fluid around the baby (polyhydramnios) or too little fluid (oligohydramnios) can cause worry and concern for expectant mums. Polyhydramnios affects around 2% of pregnancies and is…
8 April 2021
PostDue dates! Why are we so fixated with them?! The fixation often ends in…
Due dates! Why are we so fixated with them?! The fixation often ends in disappointed when we go 'overdue' or shock and surprise when babies come earlier than expected Most people don't know…
6 March 2021
PostIt's perfectly safe to have sex during pregnancy unless your doctor or midwife has…
It's perfectly safe to have sex during pregnancy unless your doctor or midwife has told you not to. Many expectant parents worry that having sex during pregnancy will cause a problem. Having sex…
2 September 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
CarouselMy 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
PostDon't put me down!
Don't put me down! Babies like to he close to their food source, warmth and affection. After spending 9 months inside with security, warmth and food on tap, it takes a while for baby's to adjust.…
9 March 2021
Post*link in bio to book*
*link in bio to book* Every woman and birthing person has the right to ultimately make her own decisions surrounding their care during pregnancy and birth. Birth professionals must provide care…
14 February 2021
PostM Y B A B Y W O N' T S L E E P A T N I G H T
M Y B A B Y W O N' T S L E E P A T N I G H T . I'm no baby sleep expert but I do know that babies are not born understanding the concept of sleeping at night time. In fact, lots of women will…
13 January 2020
PostHow long to continue breastfeeding for is a personal decision for each family to make
How long to continue breastfeeding for is a personal decision for each family to make. The World Health Organization recommends exclusive breastfeeding (i.e. no other fluids or solids) for six…
23 July 2019
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
Reel0:11Breaking The Waters During Birth
Ever wondered what actually happens when a midwife or doctor breaks your waters?
14 October 2026
Video4:177 often missed signs of impending labour
Are you ready for the signs of labor?
17 September 2025
PostBy the time I was 26, I had 3 children
By the time I was 26, I had 3 children. I never thought I would have any more, even though I was never 100% closed off to the idea. I said to myself that if I didn't have any more by 30, that…
24 July 2024