During our antenatal classes we spend a great deal of time discussing all types of birth. Sometimes the balance between being positive and being realistic can be tricky. I have written a blog post about positive realism and I think it helps to explore that idea a little more. Our intentions are never to scare people but we have to be completely honest too. Birth prep matters and whilst we really want people to think about their plan A and what this might look like to them, it

If you are expecting a baby or have just become a parent, congratulations! When we were expecting our own babies, we realised how important the right guidance could be. We needed kind, calm and nurturing support. We wanted to be surrounded by women that could build us up and could offer reliable and trustworthy advice and wisdom. After becoming mothers, we wanted to offer this kind of support for new and expecting families not only as practicing midwives, but also in our ante

Pregnancy is an exciting and life-changing journey but it can also bring moments of uncertainty, overwhelm, and isolation. As midwives,...

If you’re a new parent, you’ll know that often sleep feels non-existent. You are exhausted, trying to find your way with your newborn and...