by AimeeSing | Sep 15, 2023 | Birth, Calmbirth, Doula, Postpartum, Pregnancy
This incredible woman has given permission for her positive second birth experience story to be shared, a vaginal birth after caesarean. So often I hear from women that they are feeling scared of birth, particularly after a difficult first birth when planning their...
by AimeeSing | Oct 1, 2022 | Birth, Doula, Postpartum, Research
During the process of birth planning with the women I support we always touch on suturing of tears and episiotomy. What are the different types of tears? When is an episiotomy used and what does this look like? How are tears and episiotomies different and what is the...
by AimeeSing | May 19, 2022 | Birth, Calmbirth, Doula
“Do doulas replace partners at birth?”” My partner is worried you’ll take his place during the labour”” If I have a partner who can support me, why might I need a doula?” So DO doulas replace partners at birth?! The short...
by AimeeSing | May 19, 2022 | Birth, Breastfeeding, Calmbirth, Doula, Parenting, Postpartum, Pregnancy, Research
Want a positive birth? See what Calmbirth Classes in the Blue Mountain can do for you! Calmbirth Classes in the Blue Mountains help educate, inspire and improve your confidence around childbirth. Calmbirth is an incredible, evidence based, trusted childbirth education...
by AimeeSing | May 23, 2021 | Birth, Doula, Pregnancy, Research
How can you induce labour? If you browse social media groups or any pregnancy and birth forums, “How can you induce labour naturally?” is constantly asked. Induction of labour is the stimulation of uterine contractions when labour hasn’t already...
by AimeeSing | Sep 13, 2020 | Breastfeeding, Research, Uncategorized
Blocked Milk Ducts, blebs and mastitis – what, why and how? “What are blocked milk ducts?” I hear you say! Or, perhaps you’re here because you’re currently breastfeeding and have found a lump, pain or redness in your breast. It can feel...
