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I'm in labour, why does my midwife keep encouraging me to stay at home?

by Ariel Blackman
I'm in labour, why does my midwife keep encouraging me to stay at home?
  Why Staying Home During Early Labour Was the Best Decision for Me Labour is one of the most transformative experiences in life, and the choices ...
Posted in birth plan, birth story, birthing positions, doula, home birth

Simone's empowered birth

by Ariel Blackman
Simone's empowered birth
The TENS machine was amazing, definitely took the edge off. I alternated positions a lot, and changed it up between meditation music and the high energy playlist when I needed to get moving. Jan did light touch massage for relaxation and firmer pressure on my hips when I needed it. I really focussed on keeping loose, light and happy. I felt really good and in control most of the time.
Posted in birth plan, birth story, birthing positions, empowered birth, hypnobirthing, labour tens hire, midwife, natural birth, natural birthing, water birth

Stand and Deliver - A midwife speaks out about birthing positions

by Ariel Blackman
Birthing positions, birthing upright, birthing ball, birthing lying down or standing up, birth plan, midwife, Hannah Dahlen, midwifery research, easier labour, the virgin birth painting, mobile, natural birthing, gravity, risk of tear or tearing labour
Hollywood movies, old paintings (and selfies on Instagram) have taught us that women give birth with perfect hair and makeup in a hospital bed. 78%...
Posted in anti-slip birthing ball, birthing ball, birthing positions, labour tens hire, midwife recommended, natural birthing, pain relief