Birth story: A good experience with induction
Friday, August 15 – 40+0 Due date and no signs of labor. This is my second child, and since I was induced the first time, it is very important to...
Help your baby turn head down
One of the things I have noticed in my work as a midwife is that pregnant women are very concerned about the position of their baby in the womb. What...
Birth stories: A fantastic breech birth
Long before my due date, I had a feeling that the baby was lying with its bottom down, which was confirmed by the midwife and later by an ultrasound.Various home...
Stretch marks during pregnancy? Your body's way of saying, "Well done, mama!"
Let’s be honest - no one exactly cheers at the thought of pregnancy leaving behind a body full of stretch marks. But for many expectant mothers, it’s an unavoidable part...
Leg cramps? A harmless but truly annoying guest during pregnancy.
You’re lying in bed, finally asleep after your second mandatory nighttime bathroom trip - when suddenly, it happens! A sharp jolt of pain wakes you up, and you immediately know...
Good advice for pelvic pain and pelvic instability
One of the ailments that many pregnant women suffer from is pelvic pain – or in some cases even pelvic instability. It is almost as if the pelvis has its...
Ligament Pain During Pregnancy – Why Does It Occur?
First things first: Let's talk about what ligament pain actually is. The ligaments function like elastic bands that sit on each side of the uterus and hold it stable in...
Five tips to prepare for birth
I’m often asked to give my best advice for childbirth. This task for a midwife is akin to asking an actor for the best advice on facial expressions; it’s nearly...