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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
Video5:03How to do perineal massage to reduce the risk of tearing or episiotomy | Midwife Marley
How to do perineal massage to reduce the risk of tearing or episiotomy ❤ More about me: Instagram: Facebook: www.facebook.com/thebirthcoach Blog: Podcast: Order my book: ❤Contact me: midwifemarley@cha
29 September 2021
Video4:48Birth of a baby's head and body! Bertha pushes out a baby | Midwife Marley
Demonstrating the final pushing stages A quick demonstration with 'Bertha the birther' showing the final stages of giving birth vaginally.
9 March 2021
Reel0:20A quick reminder that intercourse during pregnancy won't hurt the baby. #pregnancy #birth
A quick reminder that intercourse during pregnancy won't hurt the baby(if you want to of course). There may be times when you're advised to abstain though, for example if there is active…
6 February 2024
Reel1:29The Purple line to assist with estimating cervical dilation during labour
The Purple line to estimate cervical dilation in labour.
5 October 2023
Reel0:21Forewaters & hindwaters leaking/rupturing before labour and birth
Here is a quick demonstration of what happens when your water breaks in labour ❤ More about me: Instagram: Facebook: www.facebook.com/thebirthcoach Blog: Podcast: Order my book: ❤Contact me: midwifema
15 January 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
PostEver felt that your labia or vulval area in general feels swollen during pregnancy?
Ever felt that your labia or vulval area in general feels swollen during pregnancy? It's actually more common than you think, but rarely spoken about. Due to increased blood flow to the area, the…
28 June 2023
PostEver felt that your labia or vulval area I'm general feels swollen during pregnancy?
Ever felt that your labia or vulval area I'm general feels swollen during pregnancy? It's actually more common than you think, but rarely spoken about. Due to increased blood flow to the area,…
16 January 2022
Reel0:50The red fluid lost after birth (lochia) contains more than just blood. Its mixed with amniotic fluid
The red fluid lost after birth (lochia) contains more than just blood. Often, a gush of amniotic fluid comes out after the baby and is red in colour as its mixed with blood. If its a large amount,…
5 October 2023
PostA baby's skull is designed in such a way that it allows for rapid growth of the brain…
A baby's skull is designed in such a way that it allows for rapid growth of the brain during pregnancy, and so that it can withstand birth. The position of the baby in the uterus can be deterimed…
1 April 2022
PostI saw this post from @thejoysofjules and knew I had to share
I saw this post from @thejoysofjules and knew I had to share. Postpartum recovery following a caesarean needs to be discussed more. Not just for those having a planned one, but for anyone who is…
23 July 2022
CarouselBirth isn't text book!
Birth isn't text book! Many people assume that the membranes rupture (waters break) before labour starts or that if they haven't had a 'show' that labour is a long way off. Dilation isn't…
6 April 2024
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
PostI set up this page to share as much evidence based information as possible to women so…
I set up this page to share as much evidence based information as possible to women so that they can enrich themselves with knowledge to be able to take charge of their own pregnancies in…
24 October 2019
Reel0:33An episiotomy is a surgical incision between the vagina and the anus (perineum) #midwifery #birth
An episiotomy is a surgical incision in the skin between the vagina and the anus (perineum). They are usually done when the baby needs to be born quickly and waiting for the head to come down…
5 October 2023
PostCan you spot the difference?
Can you spot the difference? There isn't much really. One of the comments I shared in my stories today was from a lady who was surprised at how her belly was still pregnant looking a couple of…
5 February 2021
Post#TBT It's no big secret that life changes after you have children. Some find it
#TBT It's no big secret that life changes after you have children. Some find it tough, some find it easy, some are indifferent. We all have different circumstances, support networks and coping…
20 August 2020
PostIt's no big secret that life changes after you have children
It's no big secret that life changes after you have children. Some find it tough, some find it easy, some are indifferent. We all have different circumstances, support networks and coping…
10 December 2019
PostIt's really important that you pee after the birth of your baby before being…
It's really important that you pee after the birth of your baby before being discharged from the hospital or birth centre. Some women can develop urinary retention so as soon as you are able to…
3 December 2021
PostHyperemesis gravidarum (HG) is a debilitating form of vomiting that affects around 1%…
Hyperemesis gravidarum (HG) is a debilitating form of vomiting that affects around 1% of pregnancies. Morning sickness, suffering from typical pregnancy nausea and the odd bout of vomiting in…
24 January 2021
PostYou may have noticed that your baby's head looks a funny shape after birth and may…
You may have noticed that your baby's head looks a funny shape after birth and may even be a little alarmed at this! . Babies have a 'soft spot' at the front of their heads which allows for the…
25 March 2019
PostEver felt an intense zapping pain in your vagina that felt like it's come put of nowhere?
Ever felt an intense zapping pain in your vagina that felt like it's come put of nowhere? One minute you're walking along fine, the next you're doubled over after having an electric shock…
20 April 2021
PostROUND LIGAMENT PAIN
ROUND LIGAMENT PAIN Ever had an occasional sharp stabbing pain in your groin during pregnancy, particularly as you enter the second trimester? If so it may well be round ligament pain. The uterus…
11 October 2021