If I had a penny for every person who acted like my cloth diaper intentions were naive… well actually I’d probably only have about 6 or 7 pence… but nevertheless!

A potent therapeutic remedy to nourish newborn mothers during the critical postpartum period, or an absolute load of nonsense??

When you are in labour and you feel a threat of any kind, whether real or perceived, the body initiates your fight or flight response. Adrenaline is released and your uterus is suddenly deprived of the oxygen it needs to continue doing it’s job effectively. As a result, the muscles begin contracting inefficiently, which your brain then interprets as pain.

The only thing that matters is that you feel like you are heard, respected, given the information you require, and have authority and control over what is happening to you at every step of your birthing journey. However that looks, whatever unexpected turns in the road you face, you feel the respect and support you deserve.

Try not to worry? Why don’t I tell you not to worry about the prospect of pushing a watermelon out of your vagina!

The age old phrase ‘Knowledge is Power’ has never been more applicable than in preparation for labour. Your decisions will affect the course of your labour and may have a huge consequence on how your baby is born.

Are you struggling too mama? You’re not alone.