Why You Need to Interview Your Hospital or MLU

When it comes to planning your birth, choosing where you will feel safe, is one of the most important decisions you’ll make. Many parents-to-be assume that once they’ve selected a hospital or midwife-led unit (MLU), they can relax, trusting that their chosen setting...

8 Truths That Will Transform Your Birth Experience

Over the years, supporting women through pregnancy and birth, I’ve found myself repeating the same key truths. My quotes have become powerful mantras that have helped thousands of couples prepare for a physiological birth with confidence. Birth is a...

Powerful or Vulnerable in Birth – Which Would You Rather Be?

In birth, a labouring woman is often seen as either the most powerful person in the room or the most vulnerable. But what if the truth is that she can be both? Birth is an experience that calls for vulnerability, forcing us to face our deepest instincts. In that...

Why Long Contractions Are Not Necessarily a Sign of Progress in Labour

Labour is a beautiful and powerful process, and contractions play an essential role in guiding you through it. However, the length and intensity of contractions aren’t always indicators of positive progress. In fact, prolonged contractions can sometimes signal the...