Book Review – After Birth
After Birth by Jessica Hatcher-Moore Book Review written by doula Steph Valle Prolapses can be reversed? This author argues that yes, yes they can… I …
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Doulas: She is the author while you’re just helping her hold the book
Doulas: She is the author while you’re just helping her hold the book “As a doula you are the binding that is holding the book …
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Empowering Birth Choices: The ins and outs of Episiotomies and Perineal Trauma
*This post comes with a trigger warning – brief mentions of birth trauma, sexual assault and female genital mutilation* Before I begin, as always, I …
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Why are birth plans important?
What is a birth plan? Why have a birth plan? Are they important? A birth plan is just what it sounds like – a plan …
Book Review – The Complete Australian Guide to Pregnancy and Birth
The complete Australian guide to Pregnancy and Birth by Sophie Walker and Jodi Wilson Book Review written by Doula Emily Wagner I wish I had …
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Understanding Foetal Scalp Electrode (FSE)
On the 16th of October 1992 I had a FSE inserted because I had pre-eclampsia. I was 20 years old and pregnant with my first …
Book Review – Birth Book
Birth Book – by Justine Zappa Book Review written by Perth doula Samantha Merrie A unique interactive resource like no other which is exactly why …
Book Review – Why Postnatal Recovery Matters
Why Postnatal Recovery Matters – By Sophie Messager Book Review by Perth doula Aimee Duckworth. A baby is born. While the new mother was pregnant, …
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 …
Book Review – Your Baby, Your Birth
“Your Baby, Your Birth” written by Hollie De Cruz Book review by Emma Furner (Doula) Introduction: “Your Baby, Your Birth” by Hollie De Cruz is …