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Video4:47Several reasons to call your midwife or doctor | Midwife Marley
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22 June 2020
PostDads you can get involved with the birth plan too
Dads you can get involved with the birth plan too. Although ultimately the birth plan is centred around your partners needs and wishes, it is good for you to get involved with helping her to make…
17 August 2019
ArticleWhy 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
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
PostDelayed cord clamping (DCC) is quite simply when the cord isn't cut immediately after…
Delayed cord clamping (DCC) is quite simply when the cord isn't cut immediately after the birth. Usually several minutes pass until the cord stops pulsating at which point the cord is then cut. …
1 August 2019
PostThe uterine fibroid, also known as leiomyoma or myoma, is a mass of compacted muscle…
The uterine fibroid, also known as leiomyoma or myoma, is a mass of compacted muscle and fibrous tissue that grows on the wall (or sometimes on the outside) of the uterus. They can be small like a…
9 July 2020
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
PostQuick, 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
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
PostIf your baby is in a breech position at 36 weeks, you may be offered an external…
If your baby is in a breech position at 36 weeks, you may be offered an external cephalic version (ECV). This is when an obstetrician, tries to turn the baby into a head-down position by applying…
27 June 2020
Post"Our Miko is here ♥️
"Our Miko is here ♥️ She’s one week old today and I already feel like time is running way to fast. She’s tiny, mighty, beautiful, magical and smells of joy. Pregnancy of course had its ups and…
24 August 2022
Post**GOING OUT AFTER THE BIRTH**
**GOING OUT AFTER THE BIRTH** This was me at my babyshower 72 hours postpartum. . Never had a baby shower with any of my others and always wanted one, so when Sienna-Rai was born earlier than…
24 July 2020