Induction of Labour – your choices
If you’re familiar with the term ‘induction of labour’ (IOL) or just ‘induction’ when talking about birth, the chances are you’ve heard about ‘cervical ripening’. …
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Book Review – Birth Time: The Handbook
Book Review – Birth Time: The Handbook Authors: Jerusha Sutton, Zoe Naylor, Jo Hunter & Selina Scoble This book review was submitted by doula Charlotte …
How does fear affect labour and birth?
It is human nature to have fear, and it is very common for women to experience fear around birth. After all what you see on …
What is SoundBirth?
A SoundBirth is when a woman’s contractions are accompanied by the resonant sound of a crystal singing bowl giving her ‘permission’ to use her voice …
Water Birth: A Safe Way to Birth Your Baby
Written by Perth Doula Sarah Del Borrello, Mother Mother Doula Water Birth: an Overview A water birth refers to a birth where a woman labours …
When, What, How and Why? – How to deal with Anxiety during pregnancy, birth and beyond.
You’re pregnant… now what? You are on a journey to motherhood, and this is an amazingly beautiful time in your life! You celebrate your news …
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What is the difference between doulas and midwives?
These are two very different occupations, and it is important that the community understand the two roles and the scope of practice of the doula. …
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Early Inductions and Caesareans
I’m sure you’ve noticed that there is a growing trend of planned early births between the weeks of 36-38, whether by planned induction or planned …
Preventing Preterm Birth: A summary of Professor John Newman’s Work
The timing of your baby’s birth is important. Every week your baby continues to grow and develop is critical to preventing medical treatment at birth …
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How does advanced maternal age affect pregnancy and birth?
Advanced maternal age (AMA) is a term that is used to describe pregnant women over a certain age bracket. Unfortunately the term is not clearly …
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