Why a Physiological Birth in 2025 Requires More Than a Birth Plan

by | Apr 23, 2025 | Antenatal Course, Birth Manifesto, Birth Partner, Discover Your North Star Course, Doula, Empowered Birth, Homebirth, Hormones, Hypnobirthing, Neurodiversity, North Star, Physiological Birth

In today’s world, planning for a physiological birth is no small feat. Many pregnant women believe that attending a standard antenatal course and jotting down a birth plan is all it takes to achieve their desired birth experience. But let’s be honest – if you...

Informed Consent: Your Right, Your Responsibility

by | Jan 27, 2025 | Birth Partner, Breathing and Relaxation, Doula, Empowered Birth, Homebirth, Hormones, Informed Decision Making, Instincts, Labour and Birth, Neurodiversity, Sovereign Birth

Informed consent is the cornerstone of making decisions in healthcare, especially during pregnancy and birth. It’s not just a checkbox, a signature, or a quick ‘yes’ in a rushed appointment. It’s a process – a dialogue between you and your care...

Why the ‘Privacy Instinct’ Matters for Neurodiverse Women

by | Jan 10, 2025 | Birth Partner, Breastfeeding, Breathing and Relaxation, Doula, Homebirth, Hormones, Hypnobirthing, Instincts, Labour and Birth, Neurodiversity, Postpartum

The subconscious mind is a powerful ally during labour and birth, working hard to protect and guide the birthing process. By understanding and respecting its role, we can create environments and encourage practices that support its precautionary instincts, leading to...