How I Chose My Birth Squad
I remember those early months of pregnancy with my first baby. It was overwhelming, full of horrific all day long
I remember those early months of pregnancy with my first baby. It was overwhelming, full of horrific all day long
This week has also been a week with heavy emotion. I’m grateful my mental health is generally pretty good and I have built up some great resilience, but there are times when I can’t smile or push my way through my feelings, and I have to remind myself, that like I tell my children, it’s really important to feel our feelings.
A perfectionist is someone who expects the highest standards possible, though that isn’t necessarily applied to each and every scenario.
For me, it was my expectation of myself. I’ve always expected perfection and berated myself for anything less. Eeeesh!
Are you nearing the end of your pregnancy and feeling overwhelmed by the idea of giving birth? You���re not alone! Many people go through pregnancy without ever witnessing a birth or holding a newborn, which makes the whole experience feel a little daunting. I wrote this post to support you!
Tongue tie division is a surgical proceedure where the frenulum is released / cut. BUT this is only a small part of the solution. So keep reading to find out more.
Water birth can be a viable and empowering option for individuals with a high BMI, seeking a natural childbirth experience. By addressing potential challenges and leveraging the benefits of water birth, women /folks with high BMI can explore this gentle birthing tool with confidence and informed decision-making.
Discover the gentle art of paced bottle feeding and how it can transform your baby’s feeding experience, creating a nurturing environment that mimics breastfeeding and supports your little one’s natural instincts.
Molly’s birth story highlights the possibility of advocating for yourself and the birth that you want, no matter what your BMI is.
There is a lot of research around sleep, sleep hygiene and how to get a good night’s rest. Here we will explore an array of hints and tips you can try. From recommendations I’ve heard over the years, to tried and tested hacks, and what the research says.
Ever wondered how dummies might be linked to tongue tie and what that means for your little one’s development? Don’t worry, I’m not here to bash the use of dummies or tell you how to parent, instead I would love to provide you with some useful information.
A helpful case study of a mother and baby who were told that because she was gaining weight well and her latch “looked good,” that there must not be an issue. Mum followed her gut and we got to the root of the problem.
Babies aren’t born knowing how to manipulate us (though sometimes it sure feels like it!). They’re tiny humans with basic needs: comfort, security, food, and love. Labelling these needs as bad habits sets us up for a cycle of stress and guilt. And who needs more of that?
Like the famous obstetrician Michel Odent says, “What a baby wants, a baby needs.”