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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
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
Video7:00Pain relief options in labour | Midwife Marley
Here I talk about the various pain relief options in labour and birth.
22 November 2019
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
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
Video10:32The Stages of Labour and Birth | Midwife Marley
Learn about the different stages of labour and why they are significant.
26 July 2021
PostPlacenta previa, or low-lying placenta, occurs when the placenta covers part or all of…
Placenta previa, or low-lying placenta, occurs when the placenta covers part or all of the cervix during the last months of pregnancy. This often causes bleeding throughout pregnancy which can be…
7 August 2019
CarouselThe National Institute For Clinical Excellence (NICE) UK, are proposing recommending…
The National Institute For Clinical Excellence (NICE) UK, are proposing recommending routine induction at 39 weeks if you are not White. Before we delve deeper into this, it's not an 'induction is…
5 July 2021
PostAfter pains....one of childbirths lovely little surprises
After pains....one of childbirths lovely little surprises. That bitter sweet moment when you have just given birth to your beautiful baby, had your shower, something to eat and then you start to…
19 March 2020
PostIt's been a while since I did an 'about me' post so I thought I would introduce myself…
It's been a while since I did an 'about me' post so I thought I would introduce myself to my new followers 😁 . My name is Marley and I am a midwife from the UK. I qualified 10 years ago and have …
8 September 2019
Post**3 and 8 are false!
**3 and 8 are false! I saw a recent post by @charmaine.walters letting her followers know a bit more about her and thought it was great so Im gonna do the same 😁 As most of my posts are…
15 May 2019
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
PostNearly 3 weeks old, still an absolute delight
Nearly 3 weeks old, still an absolute delight. I'm convinced it must be a girl thing as none of my 4 boys were ever this calm. She literally sleeps from one feed to the next only crying when shes…
12 February 2019
PostIf I could have a £ everytime I answer this
If I could have a £ everytime I answer this..... There's a good chance you will! But thats a good thing. Its a good sign though if you do, it means you're pushing in the right place. I don't…
17 April 2021
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
PostHave you ever used complementary therapies during pregnancy, birth or postpartum?
Have you ever used complementary therapies during pregnancy, birth or postpartum? Pregnancy is a time when you get a heap of symptoms and ailments but are limited with how to remedy them as a lot…
17 June 2019
PostCreating the right environment in labour is key for the natural release of hormones
Creating the right environment in labour is key for the natural release of hormones. . Oxytocin: Promotes love, bonding and uterine contractions. Oxytocin is responsible for the ejection of milk…
6 April 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
Post**TRIGGERING COMMENTS**
**TRIGGERING COMMENTS** The vast majority of births end with the placenta detatching from the womb and being expelled through the vagina in what is called the third stage of labour. Very…
2 November 2020
PostIf you have been told your iron levels are low or you want to prevent them from…
If you have been told your iron levels are low or you want to prevent them from dropping, it's good to eat plenty of foods with a natural iron source. . If your iron levels become very low near…
29 March 2019
PostAccording to research published by the NHS, routine supplements of mutlivitamins in…
According to research published by the NHS, routine supplements of mutlivitamins in pregnancy are unnecessary in healthy women with a healthy diet. They do however recommend taking routine vitamin…
29 April 2019
PostHeartburn or indigestion?
Heartburn or indigestion? It can be a real pain during pregnancy, especially in the third trimester. Try black pepper essential oil, usually only one drop is needed in 10ml of carrier oil as its…
17 October 2019
PostEffective breathing during labour and birth will help you to focus, remain in control,…
Effective breathing during labour and birth will help you to focus, remain in control, lower your stress hormones and provide your uterus with enough oxygen to contract properly. This in turn will…
22 September 2021
CarouselRegular perineal (the skin between the vagina and anus) massage in the last 4 weeks of…
Regular perineal (the skin between the vagina and anus) massage in the last 4 weeks of pregnancy has been known to reduce the rates of perineal trauma and episiotomies. There is a lot of research…
8 July 2019