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Gestational Diabetes: Vanessa’s Second Birth Story
Second time mum Vanessa shares her positive birth story. Vanessa had gestational diabetes and used EBRAN to support her throughout all stages of labour. Vanessa had a vaginal birth following a previou
Getting Ready for Labour
Because birth prep is just as important as the perfect pram.
We spend hours scrolling for the dream nursery colour palette. We compare travel systems, research bottle brands, fold tiny babygrows into
The Evidence Behind Biomechanics in Birth
Biomechanics can be a game-changer for birth. It isn’t just a trend. It’s science. Here is the evidence behind biomechanics in birth, written by a midwife and massive biomechanics fan.
When we tal
What Are Braxton Hicks?
If you’re pregnant and suddenly feel your bump going tight and firm, then relaxing again you might be wondering, What on earth was that? Enter: Braxton Hicks.
So, what are Braxton Hicks exactly?
10 Things That Affect Your Breast Milk Supply (That No One Tells You!)
If you’re breastfeeding or planning to, you’ve probably heard a few things already about how breast milk supply works. But did you know that some of the things that impact your breast milk supply
When Will Baby Arrive? How Due Date Calculators Work
One of the very first questions every expectant parent has is “When will my baby arrive?” When you’re staring down at that positive pregnancy test, finding out your estimated due date is an
Understanding Types of Emergency Caesarean: Category 1, 2 & 3 Explained
Understanding emergency caesareans may not be on your pregnancy reading list. But. When you’re expecting a baby, there’s so much to think about. From nursery decorating to baby names and I would a
What Happens During a Caesarean Birth?
Whether your caesarean is planned or comes as a surprise during labour, knowing what happens during a caesarean can help ease a lot of the unknowns. I want you to feel informed, calm, and confident, w
Second C-Section after Birth Trauma: Jamie
Love reading positive birth stories? You’re in the right place! Mum of three Jamie desperately wanted a VBAC. She ended up with a second c-section. She never imagined she could enjoy a caesarean
How to Share Your IVF Experience with Loved Ones and New Connections
This is a guest article on IVF and sharing your journey with loved ones was written by Rosie Buckley from contentncoffee.com. Rosie is a freelance writer with a passion for covering topics surrounding
Fiona’s Birth: Preemie baby and retained placenta
Love reading positive birth stories? You’re in the right place. This story is Fiona’s birth. She was induced at 28 weeks due to an infection and baby Cody spent over 8 weeks in the NICU. P