We’re routinely told to handle our newborns’ heads with care, because their skulls are still soft, and fusing together. The reason behind the malleability is of course birth—entering the world head-first is no mean feat. And here are some incredible images to prove it. […]
Can I Flip My Breech Baby?
A breech birth has long been associated with complicated labour, but the truth is that it’s a fairly common occurrence, and not necessarily unchangeable. […]
5 Things NOT to Do During Labour
So here’s the truth: having a baby hurts. For some, it hurts less than they expected; for others, the sensation of labour can be a seismic shockwave of pain. But for all that, there are ways to harness your physiological—and psychological—response to the process. Here are 5 things not to do on the big day—that […]
Midwives: What are My Options?
‘Midwife’ is an age-old term with ancient origins—meaning “with woman”—but midwifery services are a thoroughly modern amenity when you’re expecting; and there’s more than one option from which to choose. […]
Clear Drapes for C-Sections: Would You Have Them?
According to the NHS, around one in every four to five pregnant women in the UK has a C-section, with the percentage of babies born this way on a steady incline–last year’s stats up by 11% in 5 years. It’s far from an uncommon procedure; but it does have significant differences from natural birth: apart […]
