Time to be prepared
Going into childbirth knowing what to expect is key to building the confidence you need. Here’s how to get there.
The best laid (birth) plan
Creating a birth plan can help you decide what kind of delivery experience you really want. Just don’t get too attached to it.
5 things you should know about LABOUR DAY
Five things you must know – and no-one will think to tell you – before the big day.
The role of a doula
We hear and read about doulas often but most of us still don’t know what they do. Plettenberg Bay-based doula Louisa Shneor explains…
Born early
It’s stories like this – a baby born weighing 400 grams who is healthy and thriving – that gives the parents of premature babies so much hope...
How to... massage your perineum
Several studies have shown that massaging the perineum is helpful in preventing tears and reducing the need for an episiotomy during labour.
How do I know I'm in labour?
Advice on how to recognise labour, how to have a natural birth, and what happens if I have a caesar...
Labour induction
Towards the end of pregnancy, the prospect of having labour induced can seem like a good idea. But, be warned; if it’s too early it greatly increases the chances of a Caesarean section.
Important advice for labour
Ease your path to childbirth with as much knowledge as possible
Top 10 labour tips
Be prepared for labour day - it will make the actual experience a whole lot easier to deal with.
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