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Recently on Polish national TV, a gynaecologist demonstrated on a male celebrity presenter what contraction pain feels like with the aid of muscle training equipment whose settings had been adjusted to simulate contractions.Pain experienced in labour and during contractions was likened to a marathon run or cycle - extremely tiring and repetitive. Just as good preparation is required for these mammoth events so too is good preparation recommended for pregnant woman approaching labour. The … read more

When looking for a natural birth, maternity TENS machines are the way to go. TENS encourages the release of endorphins (the body’s own natural pain killing chemicals) whilst also blocking the pain signals from getting to the brain.So what’s the deal with renting and buying? Renting a TENS machine is a brilliant idea if you’re not totally comfortable with TENS and how it works. It’s also great if you’ve heard great reviews about it and want to try it out for yourself. Cost wise, it’s also v … read more

1. Don’t drink or eat anything about 2 hours before going to bed. This could cause heartburn or reflux which will keep you awake.2. Your spine will feel more pressure when you’re pregnant, so rearranging different sized pillows to elevate your body will help to relive your back pain and make you more comfortable.3. Temperature control is very important. Being pregnant, you may feel hot most of the time so reducing the temperature in your room will help with your comfort and sleep. Bein … read more

A birth plan is the perfect way to let midwives and doctors who will be caring for you during labour to know how you would like your birth to go. This can include things like preferences on pain relief, positions in labour and things you would like to avoid.It’s a great way to be organised and remove some of the stress and worry one may have about giving birth. It’s also vital to know that this plan is not set in stone as giving birth isn’t always as straightforward as what you see on TV. … read more

Hypnobirthing is an education programme which aim to teach you ways to stay calm and in control during labour. This includes simple self-hypnosis, breathing and relaxation techniques.Hypnobirthing doesn’t necessarily mean attending classes in person. This can be done online, with books, CD’s, apps and even podcasts. So whichever way makes you feel more comfortable with learning the technique, you will still be able to embrace a different attitude towards labour and childbirth.The perfect t … read more