The importance of skin-to-skin contact after birth
That first cuddle with your newborn is a magical time, but did you know it's also an important time for the health of mum and baby? Read more about skin-to-skin ...
Birthing options in Australia
Posted in: pregnancy,
labour & birth
You're pregnant and considering your birthing options in Australia. So what exactly are they and will your right to choose be supported?
How can acupressure help you?
Australian midwives are latching on to the ancient Chinese technique of
acupressure to assist women through pregnancy, birth and postnatally.
3 steps to a natural pain-free birth
Posted in: pregnancy,
labour & birth
Is it possible to have a completely natural, pain-free birth? Follow these three simple steps on how to achieve just that - a natural, pain-free birth.
How can complementary therapies help you?
Osteopathy, naturopathy, Traditional Chinese Medicine ... Find out what these complementary therapies can do for you.
Help yourself to a better birth
Posted in: labour & birth,
pregnancy
The medicalisation of birth has resulted in many women losing confidence in their ability to give birth without intervention.
I want a doula
Posted in: pregnancy,
labour & birth
What is a doula? We explain the difference between a doula and a midwife and explain what a doula can do for you when you are in labour.
What to expect when you're expecting multiples!
Twins? Triplets, quads or even more ...! The news you're expecting multiples is usually quite a shock. Here are some tips on what to expect.
Homebirth in Australia
Posted in: labour & birth,
pregnancy
Increasing numbers of women are choosing home birth when they find out how much more in control women feel when they birth at home.
Storing cord blood
Posted in: labour & birth,
cord blood
You've probably thought about the nursery, the pram and carseat. But have you thought about what to do with your baby's umbilical cord?
What is a midwife?
As qualified medical carers, your midwife can take you from pre-pregnancy through to early parenting help and support.
Better childbirth - preparing the perineum
Posted in:
labour & birth
Perineal tears and episiotomy often occur with first-time deliveries, but the risk can be reduced by preparing the perineum. Find out how ...
Young children attending the birth of siblings
Posted in:
labour & birth
Could having your older child at the birth of your next baby be a wondrous event or a seriously bad idea?
Myths and misconceptions about caesareans
Posted in:
labour & birth
What are the realities of a caesarean? And how can mothers take a more active role in how their caesareans are performed?
Birth plan template
Print off our handy birth plan template - an easy to use print-out that prompts and records your preferences for labour and birth so nothing is forgotten.
Birth plans - writing a birth plan
Posted in: labour & birth,
pregnancy
If you thought writing a birth plan
was a waste of time, think again. A birth plan connects the mother-to-be and her
obstetrician, midwives and caregivers.
The stages of labour explained
Posted in:
labour & birth
So what actually happens during labour? Here we explain the stages of labour and how your body works to deliver your baby ...
How to get the best position for baby for labour
Posted in:
labour & birth
How can you make your labour shorter and easier? Well,
the way you sit, work and even the way you travel, all have an
important part to play in your labour.
Working to improve Australian maternity care
Posted in: pregnancy,
labour & birth
The Maternity Coalition shares how their organisation is working towards improving pregnancy, birth and postnatal services for women all over Australia.
Labour pain: your hormones are your helpers
Posted in:
labour & birth
Learn about the cocktail of hormones that guide your body through labour and birth and how they help you understand and manage labour pain.
Managing the fear of birth
Posted in:
labour & birth
Whether this is your first pregnancy or fourth, chances are you feel butterflies as well as a kicking baby
in your tummy. We help you to beat those birth fears.
