Vaginal Birth
What is OASI – Obstetric Anal Sphincter Injury
We answer what OASI is and why is the fourth recommendation in the Birth Trauma Inquiry report is so concerning.
Postnatal
Birth Trauma Enquiry: What Every Expectant Family Needs to Know
The UK Birth Trauma Enquiry, led by a cross-party group of MPs, looked into the experiences of over 1,300 women to understand why some face challenging childbirth situations.
Pregnancy
7 Expert Tips for Exercising Safely During Pregnancy
Julie Clabby, Founder Pregnancy & Postnatal Fitness Club, Busylizzy shares her top 7 tips for exercising safely during pregnancy.
Midwives
Nurturing the Nurturers: Midwives’ Wellbeing on International Day of the Midwife 2024
As guardians of the birthing experience, midwives pour their hearts and souls into their work, but it's essential to remember that you need care and support too.
Vaginal Birth
Caesarean Birth and Still Birth Risk: Study Findings
Dr Kirsten Small has distilled an important piece of research on her 'Birth Small Talk' blog today. But what does it mean for someone who is about to give birth?
Vaginal Birth
Using water for labour and birth
Are you thinking about using water during your labour and/or birth? Here is everything you need to know, along with some commonly asked questions.