After VBAC – Everything You Need To Prepare
It’s vital to plan your VBAC very thoroughly, and part of that planning process is preparing for the immediate time afterwards, and the first few weeks too. Know what to expect and be ready for it!
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“Not While I Still Have A Pulse” – A Story Of CBAC
“Not while I still have a pulse”. The words I said before capitulating, and signing the consent form for my unwanted, but necessary CBAC. Words noted by an insensitive midwife, on my medical records.
Birth Is Dangerous, But Birth Trauma Isn’t Real….
We need to decide once and for all whether birth is a dangerous event or not. If we decide that birth is indeed dangerous, then we need to stop the denial of birth trauma once and for all!
Is A Caesarean Birth? YOU Decide, Because Birth Matters
Is a caesarean a birth or not? This is one hell of a hot button topic. If we break it down into what really matters though, we see that the two sides really aren’t quite as different as we might think
Mother Guilt At Birth: When The Love Isn’t Instant
Women want to welcome their babies with love and joy but when this doesn’t eventuate they often feel terrible guilt. What mothers need to know is that the rush of love, is actually a rush of hormones.
Birth Grief – It’s As Real As Life Gets
Birth trauma is starting to see the light of day, but birth grief is still languishing in the dark. Do you have birth grief? Learn more about how it might impact on you, and help explain it to others.
Maternity Mythology Debunked For The Modern Mother
Do you believe in Modern Maternity Mythology? Most people in industrialised countries do! Modern maternity care is great if you are sick, but for well women, it pays to be a fully informed consumer.
Informed Consent – Are We Fighting For The Wrong Thing?
Can a woman truly give informed consent if she isn’t in possession of all the required information? Informed consent is more than just saying YES. It’s about being able to say NO and being respected.
Think Positive And Make A Birth Plan
Think positive! Popular buzz words, but they’re not a birth plan. Do the hard work now, so you can think positive in labour! Here’s ten tips on creating a real birth plan, with positive thinking.
Birth Trauma: Is There A Healing Timeline?
Women who are experiencing birth trauma or grief are often desperate to understand how long it will impact on them. There is no healing timeline, but there are some things you can do to help you out.