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7 Signs you aren’t dealing with your grief and loss
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What is a Doula?
"If a Doula were a drug, it would be unethical not to use one" - Dr John Kennell Doula is an ancient Greek word for a woman in service of another woman, but today it
Born Still – Malika Ndlovu
Born Still Malika Ndlovu, a writer-poet, arts project manager and applied arts practitioner (art therapies) is a mother to three sons and a stillborn daughter. She will share her personal story and extracts from her
Early Signs of Pregnancy
What are the earliest signs of pregnancy? The early signs of pregnancy can often be difficult to detect, and can often be confused with certain illnesses as the symptoms are rather general. The most
Natural Induction of Labour
Natural Labour Induction Pineapple Pineapple contains an enzyme called Bromelain which has been scientifically shown to have various medicinal properties, but the induction of labour is not one of
Vaginal Exam during pregnancy and labour
The word EXAM is enough to make most peoples blood run cold, so why on earth would one be part of pregnancy and birth? Also known as a cervical check, vaginal check, internal
Sterile Water Injections for labour pain
Sterile Water Injections for Back Labour The use of sterile water for pain relief is more common in countries such as the United States, Scandinavia and Canada. In the United States, Sterile Water papules
Doula Care for a C-section
C-Section Doula Care A c-section is a very remarkable and sometimes overwhelming experience for both the mother and the father, so having a familiar, caring presence with you during
Top Ten Signs Your Doctor Is Planning To Perform an Unnecessary Cesarean Section on You
Written by By Dr Jonathan Weinstein, MD, FACOG Arrives on the labour ward immediately after office hours and says, “I just don’t think this baby is going to fit.” Third Trimester, Routine Office Visit, “I think
5 Tips for Coping with your Newborn Baby
This is my personal perspective. I really struggled to cope with the experience and since working as a doula over the last 10 years I have tried to figure out what the difference is