Signing with children
This blog was written by Clare Banham from The Signing Company St Albans, Harpenden and Redbourn and is about signing with children and the benefits of it. Hi, I’m Clare Banham. I am married and have twin boys, Harry and Sebastian. I have been running signing classes since September 2017 and have loved sharing the …
Raspberry Leaf Tea
As a midwife, I am asked all the time for advice on how to get labour started naturally. Unfortunately, there isn’t really anything that can get labour started on it’s own; your baby will come when your baby is ready. There are lots of anecdotal ways that are suggested and raspberry leaf tea is one …
Tips for Christmas with your newborn baby
Christmas is an exciting time of year and this one will be so precious now you have your new baby to share it with! Here are a few tips for Christmas with your newborn baby. Before Christmas Day Lower your expectations – Don’t expect too much from yourself or your baby. Having a newborn is …
Having lots of babies!
Last month, Sue and Noel Radford (from Channel 4’s 21 Kids and Counting) announced their pregnancy with baby no. 22! The Radford’s are now Britain’s largest family. Their gender reveal on social media disclosed Sue is having a baby girl! Huge congratulations to Sue, Noel and their family! When these announcements are made, lots of …
Nausea and Vomiting In Pregnancy
Nausea and vomiting are common symptoms in early pregnancy. They can be the first symptoms a woman experiences and are sometimes an indication that she may be pregnant. They are often mild and most women can find ways to cope. There are some misconceptions surrounding nausea and vomiting. The symptoms can collectively be referred to …
Travel Tips in Pregnancy
Travel Tips in Pregnancy At last, summer is here! This is the time of year that people travel abroad for their well-earned holidays, although we are having some amazing weather here at the moment! When you are pregnant, there are a few extra things you need to consider when traveling. Travel tips before you go …
When to Call Your Midwife
When to Call Your Midwife This is part of a series of blogs looking at what to expect throughout your pregnancy. The previous blog was about what happens at each antenatal appointment. This blog is about when to call your midwife. Pregnancy is an exciting time but it can be an anxious and worrying time, …
Antenatal appointments
What happens at each antenatal appointment? This is part of a series of blogs looking at what to expect throughout your pregnancy. The previous blog was on the schedule of antenatal care. This blog looks at what happens at every antenatal appointment and the things your health professionals are looking out for. Your …
Schedule of Antenatal Care
Schedule of Antenatal Care This blog discusses the schedule of antenatal care. It is part of a series of blogs looking your pregnancy and antenatal care. The last blog was on screening tests in pregnancy. This schedule of care is for women with a low risk pregnancy. If your pregnancy has been deemed …
Screening tests in Pregnancy
Screening tests in pregnancy This blog is about screening tests in pregnancy. It is part of a series of blogs regarding your pregnancy and antenatal care. The first blog was about what to do when you find out you are pregnant. You will be offered lots of screening tests in pregnancy. They are designed …
I’m pregnant, what do I do now?
I’m pregnant! What do I do now? Have you found out that you are pregnant? Congratulations! You are about to embark on an exciting journey that will be filled with lots of different emotions. But what now, what will happen, who do you tell? This series of blogs will talk you through the rough …
What to pack in your hospital bag
This list is an example of things to pack in your hospital bag; you can of course bring whatever you like! Be careful not to pack too much as you will hopefully have a short hospital stay and there isn’t much storage space on the wards. If your stay is prolonged, Dad can bring items …
