The Birth Chapter

  • Using EBRAN to choose induction: Jemma’s Birth Story

    Love reading positive birth stories? You’re in the right place…. This positive birth story is with Jemma and the arrival of her baby girl. Jemma had some issues in pregnancy that led her to choose

    Combs in labour? Say what?

    You have heard the rumours about using combs in labour for pain relief. How on earth could this be true? Combs in labour and The Pain Gate Theory? There’s a theory called The Pain Gate Theory th

    What happens if I can’t have a water birth?

    You’ve always dreamed of a water birth. You’ve read about the benefits, maybe you’ve watched some zen AF water births and that’s what you want. But, what happens if you are adv

    Emily’s Positive Birth; Covid Positive in Pregnancy

    This positive birth story is about Emily and the arrival of her first baby. Emily navigated overcoming anxiety in pregnancy, being consultant-led for the first 20 weeks, and also being Covid positive

    Should I have a stretch and sweep?

    If you are 40 weeks pregnant then you may have been offered a stretch and sweep. If you are consultant-led you may be offered one sooner. What actually is a stretch and sweep? Should you have one? Let

    First Baby Birth Story

    Emma’s First Baby Birth Story This is the first baby birth story of Emma. She had her induction booked in for post dates but went into labour the night before. She had a quick birth, especially
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