What to expect at your 20 week pregnancy scan. The 20 week pregnancy scan is often known as the anomaly scan and this scan is used to check the health of your baby and check on baby's development. It is at this scan that many people ask to know the sex of their baby.

Is a stretch and sweep a natural way to start labour or does it annoy the cervix?

At 41 weeks I bravely declined induction. I felt really empowered by my decision. That same evening I began having regular contractions.

Unplanned home birth, that was a positive experience, thanks to Doula support and Hypnobirthing techniques.

Are you wondering what labour feels like and if labour will hurt? You are not alone. Many people wonder this too. Read my thoughts on this.

This might sound controversial, but in my opinion I would not recommend doing a group birth preparation class during pregnancy . My...

Top tips on how to stay cool when pregnant, in summer.

It’s World Doula Week, so what better time than to write about the amazing work that Doula’s do, the evidence behind how Doula’s can...

Where to give birth in West Yorkshire? Four Yorkshire maternity Trusts have had their statistics analysed and compared.

Why Newborn Photography? Newborn photography is truly magical. It's about capturing the love & happiness that’s brought to a family when...

Positive Pregnancy Test Congratulations, you are pregnant! Your pregnancy journey starts as soon as you conceive and your body starts to...

Birth Ball During Pregnancy, Labour, Birth & Postpartum A birth ball or exercise ball as they are sometimes referred to, are a great tool...

Bedbugs in Paris You might have seen in the news recently, about the bedbug infestation in Paris? If you haven’t, then you can read more...

A positive birth means different things to different people. A positive birth to one person, might be a negative birth to another person....

Halloween Fun, Activities and Pumpkin Carving We are well into Autumn now and Halloween will soon be here! Many local attractions have...

When I was pregnant with my 2nd baby, I was terrified of my 12 week scan. This was my 3rd pregnancy and my rainbow baby. Six months...

Approaching your due date in pregnancy? How to avoid induction of labour and go into labour naturally.

My Positive VBAC Birth. I took control and made informed decisions.

Lotus Suite - LGI Where To Give Birth In Leeds? There are various options for you to consider if you are wondering where to give birth in...

Why Hire a doula? Hiring a doula is more likely to lead to a positive birth experience.