Congratulations! Finding out that you are pregnant is life changing. However, many people immediately start to worry. How do you know what to do when you get a positive pregnancy test? How do you know what checks and tests you need? Who can you ask? You do not need to see your GP. You do not need them to “confirm”…
Almost as soon as you know you are pregnant your thoughts will turn to choosing baby’s place of birth. Often you are asked this as soon as you tell people you are pregnant – but do you know what the choices are? How do you know what would be best for you? The decision should take many factors into account.…
A positive pregnancy test can trigger a wide range of emotions. Even if this is a much wanted and planned pregnancy the reality can be daunting. Read on for some ideas about what to do next and how to get the care and support which is right for you…. If you are happy to be pregnant it is a wonderful…
Babies cry. It is normal. It is also very hard for parents to ignore and can be very distressing. In this post, I aim to share some of the information and advice I give my clients who ask “why is my baby crying?” Studies have estimated that “normal” newborn babies cry for about 2 hours a day in the first…
Private midwives can be valuable in many situations, providing full care or working in conjunction with NHS services or private obstetricians. Not just for those wanting a homebirth, they also offer care in complex pregnancies. One-off consultations and full care options are available.