What is the golden hour after birth? Learn why skin-to-skin contact matters, when the golden hour postpartum happens, and how to include it in your birth plan with a simple checklist.
There are no silly questions, re waters breaking – let’s start with smell (& a peek at my WhatsApps)
Wondering what your waters breaking smells like – and whether it feels like peeing? From color and smell to slow leaks, contractions and mattress protectors, we answer the most common questions (usually hammered into Google, in a hurry).
Going to be induced? I’ve got you – here’s my experience and toolkit (what I’d do differently & just the same)
Read my full induction journey, alongside stories from other mums who’ve been there, plus a detailed toolkit to help you prepare and feel empowered every step of the way.
Birth Trauma Inquiry findings – what are the 12 recommendations for change?
This week, the results of the UK’s first ever public inquiry into birth trauma were published. Here’s our wrap up of what the report found, the recommendations for change that it has put forward, and some of the responses from those who’ve been impacted as well as professionals in the maternity sector.
My hospital birth bag checklist – what I prepped, packed (and actually used) for my second twin delivery
As your due date gets closer (we’re so excited for you, by the way!) you’ll probably find yourself in the stage of thinking through all the things you need to buy, borrow or organise for your upcoming birth, before the watching and waiting starts. Read on for TRB Founder Eloise’s sample hospital birth bag checklist – there’s even one for your birth partner, too.
The doula birth plan template – pointers to get started & how to write yours
The birth of your baby. It doesn’t matter how many children you have, where you deliver or how - every birth is completely unique. A doula birth plan template makes your preferences super-clear When it comes to your birth plans doula support - even just in the build-up - can transform your experience. I remember [...]
