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Using Our Maternity TENS After Childbirth

Posted by Jamelia Benjamin on 16th Jan 2018

Babycare TENS have been cleverly designed for use during labour and after labour so you can get the most out of your purchase.After labour, maternity TENS machines are great to use for afterbirth pains, post-operative pain following a caesarean section, shoulder pain from breastfeeding, menstrual pain and back pain.Afterbirth pains:Afterbirth pains are known in the simple form of cramps. These cramps are caused by your uterus contracting as it is trying to return to its original size before … read more

When To Hire & Purchase a TENS Machine For Labour

Posted by Jamelia Benjamin on 16th Sep 2015

So you've decided that you've opted in for a drug free labour but you’re confused about the best time to purchase or hire an obstetric TENS. This couldn't be any easier at Babycare TENS.Purchasing an obstetric TENS machine can be done at any point during your pregnancy; however they cannot be used for general pain relief until you’re at week 37 of your pregnancy aka “full term”. Why is this? Because if used before week 37, it could potentially induce your labour and this wouldn't be safe for the … read more

Attack of the Villainous Period Pains

Posted by Jamelia Benjamin on 10th Feb 2015

As a woman, you get to experience what is cherish-ably noticed as a miracle… giving birth. But before getting there, we all have to go through “that time of the month” situation which in many cases is a terror to deal with (especially if you’re on the receiving end). It’s not just PMS that’s an issue, but the dreaded period pains that is evitable every single month.Period pains are caused by the muscular wall of the womb contracting. During your period, these contractions work up a sweat and con … read more

The Elle TENS Plus – Winner of the Mumii Best Baby and Toddler Gear Awards 2014

Posted by Jamelia Benjamin on 1st Dec 2014

Mumii, the place to go for mums had recently run a consumer choice awards with many nominations in different categories including the Elle TENS Plus. Thousands of consumers casted their vote for what they thought was the stand out product of this year.After an impressive campaign, the Elle TENS Plus had won Gold in its category of Monitor – TENS Machines.Jo Studholme, Editor-in-Chief of Mumii mentions “We are thrilled with the responses from both brands and consumers this year. Our awards are ve … read more

Packing Your Hospital Bag

Posted by Jamelia Benjamin on 23rd Oct 2014

Leaving anything to the last minute is such a drag, especially when you've got another human being growing inside of you by the minute and is getting ready to pop out any second now.There’s so many things to research and read about whilst being pregnant but one thing a lot of mothers and partners forget about and leave to the last minute is the baby bag. The baby bag is your hospital bag, one of the most important items you’ll need when your little one has decided they've had enough and want to … read more