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Birth Sensory® learns how you respond to sound, touch, movement and communication, then turns it into a personalised birth plan you can print and share with your birth team. Created by registered midwife Marley Henry.
PostLots of parents I've spoken to found it hard going from 1-2 children, due to worrying…
Lots of parents I've spoken to found it hard going from 1-2 children, due to worrying about how they will split their time and love for more than one baby. Also some children can have a tough…
14 June 2024
PostI came across a post from a new mother on a parenting forum the other day, showing how…
I came across a post from a new mother on a parenting forum the other day, showing how resentment between couples can sometimes form in the early days of parenthood, particularly when there is…
21 October 2021
CarouselHow do you deal with such vast parental differences and ideas when it comes to caring…
How do you deal with such vast parental differences and ideas when it comes to caring for a baby? I've seen so many disagreements on how the baby is fed, whether they are born at home or in…
19 September 2024
PostAs a new parent, one of the most stressful things is having a baby that cries and you…
As a new parent, one of the most stressful things is having a baby that cries and you dont know why. Colic (a baby that cries for more than 3 hours per day for an unknown reason) is extremely…
23 December 2020
PostParenting, it's just a learning curve
Parenting, it's just a learning curve. Theres no short cuts, most of us are figuring it out as we go. We are all just muddling through. I remember how hard I used to think it was having one…
16 December 2020
PostI know this is a bit random but please on behalf of all parents out there, we don't…
I know this is a bit random but please on behalf of all parents out there, we don't want to drag bedtime out! My 3 year old has chosen a pre school book about a super hero dog that is about 200…
18 May 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
PostMaybe I'm just speaking for myself but sometimes when tiredness used to get the better…
Maybe I'm just speaking for myself but sometimes when tiredness used to get the better of me, all I wanted was a break and adult time. Yet when I got the opportunity to have that, I always missed…
26 November 2022
PostWhat colour eyes will your baby have?
What colour eyes will your baby have? According to genetics, science tells us these are all the different parental eye colour combinations along with the chance of having a baby with a specific…
12 October 2019
PostWhy do kids do this?
Why do kids do this? Your Dad is right there, go ask him 😂😂 It could be anything, not just food. At the moment his favourite thing is to ask me to get up to something when Im feeding the baby and…
28 April 2019
Video4:38How to bath your newborn baby
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1 July 2024
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
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
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
PostBabies are lovely aren't they?
Babies are lovely aren't they? Holding them, soothing them, not forgetting that new baby smell. When visiting new parents, remember that the connection between them and their baby cannot be…
17 February 2024
PostExhausted, horrified, guilt, devastated, helpless, appalled, saddened, heartbroken
Exhausted, horrified, guilt, devastated, helpless, appalled, saddened, heartbroken. These are all the emotions I feel for the parents, babies, children and fellow healthcare workers suffering…
14 November 2023
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
PostHaving a second child can be overwhelming
Having a second child can be overwhelming. Thoughts of "how can I possibly love this child as much as my first" may plague your mind. It's normal to feel like this, and it's normal to feel guilt…
15 February 2021
CarouselSwipe for considerations 👉🏽
Swipe for considerations 👉🏽 Parents- if you're not ready for, or not feeling up to visitors, don't be afraid to say so. A simple " we're still settling in and will let you know as soon as we're…
15 April 2024
PostI'll go first
I'll go first. All I can say is - Kudos to teachers 🙌🏽 First week back to work and school after the holidays, and the school was closed Friday due to flooding. Trying to occupy children and…
6 January 2024
CarouselRecognising dehydration in infants
Recognising dehydration in infants. As parents, we always strive to keep our babies healthy and happy, especially during the hot summer months. It's crucial to pay close attention to their…
6 June 2023
PostKissing a newborn baby may seem innocent enough but it can and has sadly been proven…
Kissing a newborn baby may seem innocent enough but it can and has sadly been proven deadly when the person kissing carries the herpes simplex virus. There are two types of the virus, HSV-1…
27 October 2022
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
Post**Closed** I'm giving away 8 signed copies of my book "Midwife Marley's Guide For…
**Closed** I'm giving away 8 signed copies of my book "Midwife Marley's Guide For Everyone - Pregnancy, Birth and the Fourth Trimester"! If you're having a baby or perhaps you're a birthworker…
27 June 2022