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PostIn the UK it's currently maternal mental health awareness week
In the UK it's currently maternal mental health awareness week. Around 80% of women will experience some form of emotional change after giving birth or during pregnancy. Often this manifests…
3 May 2019
PostHow much paid maternity leave are you entitled to?
How much paid maternity leave are you entitled to? It varies incredibly from country to country and it's such a shame that some countries offer such little parental leave as it is so difficult…
10 June 2019
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
CarouselEver wondered what the G's and P's mean in your maternity notes?
Ever wondered what the G's and P's mean in your maternity notes? (Read to the end for a quick question to solve) Gravida is the number of pregnancies you've had and parity is the number of…
1 May 2022
Carousel@skynews covered the issue of disparities in maternal mortality rates by ethnicity
@skynews covered the issue of disparities in maternal mortality rates by ethnicity. @mumsandtea & @_prosperitys featured in this report as the founders of the @fivexmore_ campaign. Birth stories…
26 November 2020
CarouselMaternity services has been under the spotlight for years
Maternity services has been under the spotlight for years. I started training 20 years ago, and we were talking about staffing issues then. Here we are in 2025 and there has been no improvement. …
19 June 2025
PostAn update to the PAID maternity leave entitlement by government
An update to the PAID maternity leave entitlement by government. These are entitlements set by law. This time I have added several more countries. I have listed the PAID leave entitlements…
16 November 2020
Post**Updated my old post to correct USA & to add Canada***
**Updated my old post to correct USA & to add Canada*** . How much paid maternity leave are you entitled to? It varies incredibly from country to country and it's such a shame that some countries…
26 September 2019
PostThe birth of a baby is the amazing time in a womans life right?
The birth of a baby is the amazing time in a womans life right? For most yes but for many women, it just doesn't feel like that. . Around 80% of women will experience some form of emotional change…
2 October 2019
PostTrying to negotiate a cramped car park when you are heavily pregnant is not easy work
Trying to negotiate a cramped car park when you are heavily pregnant is not easy work. In fact trying to do anything when you are heavily pregnant is pretty tough. For me it was purely getting up…
4 May 2022
PostBabies don't slow down at the end of pregnancy: never ignore reduced movements
Remember this? Despite what you may have heard from a friend, relative or even a health professional (as I've been told in some circumstances), an unborn baby does not 'slow down' towards the end…
28 November 2020
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
PostPica is a condition that causes you to eat non-food items such as chalk, dirt, ashes,…
Pica is a condition that causes you to eat non-food items such as chalk, dirt, ashes, coffee grounds, laundry detergent, clay, and more. The causes of pica are not well-understood. Some studies…
11 June 2020
PostPica is a condition that causes you to eat non-food items such as chalk, dirt, faeces,…
Pica is a condition that causes you to eat non-food items such as chalk, dirt, faeces, ashes, coffee grounds, laundry detergent, clay, and more. The causes of pica are not well-understood. Some…
5 November 2019
PostOk ladies a few ideas for keeping yourself busy in early labour, especially if things…
Ok ladies a few ideas for keeping yourself busy in early labour, especially if things seem to be moving slowly! . Keeping yourself preoccupied can make the time seem to pass faster. It can also…
7 October 2019
PostJust a reminder
Just a reminder • • • • • • Never ignore reduced baby movements. Never feel that you are 'bothering' your care provider. Always trust your instincts. By around 26-28 weeks your baby may develop a…
23 September 2019
PostNever ignore reduced baby movements
Never ignore reduced baby movements. Never feel that you are 'bothering' your care provider. Always trust your instincts. By around 26-28 weeks your baby may develop a regular pattern of…
17 July 2019
PostPica is a condition that causes you to eat non-food items such as chalk, dirt, feces,…
Pica is a condition that causes you to eat non-food items such as chalk, dirt, feces, ashes, coffee grounds, laundry detergent, clay, and more. The causes of pica are not well-understood. Some…
12 July 2019
PostSpotty breakouts in pregnancy are common
Spotty breakouts in pregnancy are common. It tends to hit sometime in the first trimester - usually around 6 weeks. Hormone surges, of course (in this case, progesterone which causes your glands…
29 June 2019
PostThe chemicals in permanent and semi-permanent hair dyes are not highly toxic
The chemicals in permanent and semi-permanent hair dyes are not highly toxic. Most research, although limited, shows it's safe to colour your hair while pregnant. . Some studies have found that…
29 April 2019
Video4:43What is delayed cord clamping? Also known as optimal or deferred cord clamping | Midwife Marley
In this video I discuss delayed cord clamping, also known as optimal or deferred cord clamping and why it's beneficial to wait before cutting the cord to soon.
12 October 2020
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
PostYou and your baby deserve the best care
You and your baby deserve the best care. I've been watching the news today and heard some heartbreaking stories. There is no place in midwifery or obstetrics for complacency. There is also no…
10 December 2020
PostReposting one of my favs 😝
Reposting one of my favs 😝 How many times have you heard "oh it's your body preparing you for waking up with a newborn"? That comment is thrown around a lot isnt it?! . There's a few reasons why…
8 June 2019