DOULA’S – A PERSONAL TRAINER FOR YOUR BIRTH   You wouldn’t run a marathon without some preparation, maybe you’ll see a personal trainer or coach to get some hints and prepare for the run. I mean you could attempt the run on your own but you may not get too far without preparation.   A […]

  WHAT TO PACK IN YOUR HOSPITAL BAG FOR BIRTH     The clothes are washed and the nursery is ready, maybe the infant carseat is already securely in place. But what about your hospital bag? If you’re around 36 weeks pregnant and haven’t yet packed your bag, this great Hospital Bag Checklist is for you! […]

Guest Blogger: Libby Nuttall Creator of Miracle Months www.miraclemonths.com We all know the common symptoms of pregnancy, back aches, restless legs, lethargy, fatigue, the list goes on. So what if there was a way to reduce or eradicate some of these aches and pains? Good news! The answer is exercise. Come back in time with […]

Other than having a doula support you through your caesarean birth here are some other tips to help make your birth a more positive experience. All of this is best discussed with your caregivers prior to you going in to labour. Schedule your caesarean as close to your due date as possible or even in early labour […]

How is your estimated due date calculated? Your estimated due date (EDD) is calculated by adding 240 days (which is equivalent to 40 weeks) to the first day of your last period – this is based on a regular 28 day cycle. Please remember that your EDD is exactly that, an estimation. Only 5% of […]

If you’ve had your baby previously through a caesarean section, whether that was planned or an emergency section and you are pregnant again, you will more than likely find yourself curious about VBAC’S (vaginal birth after caesarean). I was in a similar position to you. My 3rd child was born by “elective caesarean” for breech […]