- How to Write the Perfect Birth Plan: Tips and TemplateWhether you’re planning a birth on a labour ward or considering other options, having a birth plan—or as we prefer to call it, birth preferences—can help you feel more prepared, and ready to adapt according to the situation, leaving you with a more positive experience of your birth in the end.
- What are the chances of having twins?From double the overwhelm to double the excitement, finding out you are pregnant with twins can bring on a range of emotions but,…
- Why have caesarean section targets been removed in England?Thinking about how your baby is going to be born can feel overwhelming and that’s before you have considered any NHS targets.…
- Do hormonal contraceptives cause weight gain?For many, hormonal contraceptives are the most convenient form of birth control. However, the fear of weight gain can be one of…
- How long does it take to get pregnant?Trying for a baby can be an overwhelming time with the process taking over every inch of your existence. When all you…
- Common STIs and How To Avoid ThemThere is still a general stigma attached to acquiring sexually transmitted infections and diseases (STI/STDs), however, they are much more common than…
- Why did I have a miscarriage?Being told you are having a miscarriage is devastating and can leave you and your partner questioning why it has happened to…
- The contraceptive pill – which is right for me?The world of contraception is sometimes viewed as a confusing minefield – but it doesn’t have to be! There are various types…
- What is an anterior placenta?You may have been told at a scan that you have an anterior placenta and this can often leave you with more…
- Am I too old to have a baby?That broody feeling can strike at any age and we all know our fertility doesn’t last forever. If you’ve waited until later…
- Why is it painful when I’m having sex?Sex is supposed to be an enjoyable and exciting experience however, sometimes that isn’t always the reality. Painful sex is common, with…
- Is Natural Family Planning a good contraceptive tool?Natural family planning (NFP) is also known as fertility awareness and involves the monitoring of different signals your body gives off as…
- Do babies run out of room during pregnancy?The womb is a dynamic structure, with the ability to stretch to more than 5x its own size during the later stages…
- Should I exercise when trying for a baby?Trying for a baby can be an overwhelming time, navigating conflicting advice from the internet, friends, and family; it can often feel…
- Covid-19, the vaccine and your menstrual cycleThere have been a lot of whisperings with people noticing their period is a bit late, or a bit heavier than usual…