CALM ARRIVALS BLOG

Being pregnant in a heatwave is no joke! Trust me- I've managed to hit a heatwave with all 3 of my pregnancies and it can feel intense. You may be struggling to cool down, stay comfortable and to sleep. Not ideal at any stage of pregnancy.

Planning a waterbirth is growing in popularity and for good reason. A recent study found that using water in labour and for birth bought a number of benefits, including significantly reducing the use of epidural, episiotomy and lowering maternal pain.

What is Hypnobirthing?   So you’ve heard the term Hypnobirthing, perhaps heard people rave about it and how it helped them, or …

If you value how you feel in your pregnancy, and want to be able to enjoy this magical time, yes. If you value how your baby enters this world, and want them to enter in a gentle, calm way, yes. If you value your mental and physical health, and want to have the smoothest recovery possible, yes.

I'm here to bust one of Hypnobirthings biggest myths, and tell you that Hypnobirthing really is for EVERY type of childbirth, and it really will help EVERY type of birth be more positive.

We plan for many things in our lives- from your wedding day, to holidays, to days out. Why wouldn't you plan and research for one of the biggest days of your life? You wouldn't just show up at the airport and expect to have everything you want for your holiday, so why would you allow the day you birth your baby to arrive, without giving the thought to communicate the things that are important to you and your partner.

Hospital bag essentials for labour and post birth- think comfort, practical, and things that will make you feel great!

As there are a few options surrounding you in the West Berkshire area, it’s important to look at what each place has to offer, and make a decision that feels right for you. In the Newbury area, we are in the middle of 4 hospital trusts each with their own offering, so it's worth taking some time and doing the research. Remember, what feels right for one person may not to another, this is a personal decision.