I know when I decided to do my doula training, most people I had talked to had never even heard of them! So what exactly do doulas do and how can we help?
Did you know that 65% of women report having some form of incontinence? This is most likely due to a weak pelvic floor!
So! We know that our pelvic floor muscles are really important.. if you don’t, then click here to read the blog post I wrote!
Now it’s time to figure out how to activate them correctly! Have a look at my video below and contact me if you have any questions, troubles or want to know more!
Did you know that you don’t have to go to the hospital to have your baby? Just because you have private health insurance, doesn’t mean you have to go through an obstetrician. Just because you don’t, doesn’t mean you have to go to your nearest public hospital!
Unfortunately, there is no “risk-free” option when it comes to birth. There is always some level of risk, no matter how small, that something may not go to plan. Luckily, there are stats and numbers to help us to make choices. But is it as simple at that?
It is always important to remember that your private obstetrician works for you. It is up to you to find one that is going to support you how you want to be supported through pregnancy, labour and birth. But in a world where there are so many options, it can be difficult to know where to start!
This story has been written by Amy.* Amy was a client of mine who used the birth class while it was in development. She had hoped for an epidural, but it was not meant to be!
Here is my birth story. The first one. The one that made me a mum! I gave birth to Jamie just over 2 years ago… far out that has gone fast!
Kirsty is a good friend of mine who was very keen to share her story. She has had 2 babies in the pool at the family birth centre!*