Midwives often speak with pride about supporting a woman to birth with an intact perineum. It’s a phrase that carries deep meaning — representing gentleness, awareness, and respect for the body’s innate design. But what really causes tearing, and is it truly possible to avoid it? To answer that, we need to look at perineal anatomy, birthing positions, episiotomy, and most importantly, the physiology of birth itself.

Why Planning Your Hospital Trip is Essential: Tips for a Smooth Birth Experience Going into labor can be both exciting and nerve-wracking. While we often focus on the birth itself, careful preparation for your hospital trip can make a significant difference in your comfort, stress levels, and overall experience. Planning ahead helps you stay in your zone, feel more in control, and focus on what really matters—welcoming your baby. Here are key considerations for your hospital

For many expectant parents, the decision about where to give birth is deeply personal. While hospitals remain the most common setting for...

Life is full of change. Some changes we welcome with open arms, and others arrive uninvited, shaking the ground beneath us. Our natural...

Labour isn’t just a physical process—it’s profoundly hormonal and neurological. The space in which a birthing person labours can either support or interrupt the body’s natural flow. Hormonal Needs: Calm and Dark The main hormones of labour—oxytocin, endorphins, and melatonin—thrive in conditions that promote calm. Oxytocin, the “love hormone,” drives contractions and progresses labour. It flows best when a person feels undisturbed, calm, and private. Bright lights, loud noise

As a doula, I often get asked, “What can I do to help my baby come out more easily?” The good news is your body already has a natural...

In the modern world, birth is often seen through a clinical lens—timed, monitored, and managed. But underneath all the protocols and interventions, there exists a powerful, primal intelligence: the intrinsic connection between a mother’s body and her baby during labor and birth. This isn’t just poetic—it’s biological, physiological, and deeply intuitive.

Cesarean births—often referred to as C-sections—are sometimes discussed as the “other” birth experience. But let’s set the record straight: C-sections are births. They are sacred, valid, and deserving of the same intention, reverence, and advocacy as any other birth. Whether your C-section is planned or emergent, you have the right to be supported, informed, and empowered every step of the way. This guide is here to help you prepare for an empowering C-sec

Induction means starting labour artificially, rather than letting it begin on its own. It’s sometimes offered for genuine medical reasons — but often suggested because of dates, hospital policies, or fears based on general statistics (not always your individual reality). Every induction is a choice. You deserve to unders

By a Doula Who Trusts in Birth There’s a quiet power in physiological birth. Not just in the act of giving birth without unnecessary...

The Phases of Labour: Beginning, Middle & End By Happy Soul Mama - Emily-Clare Hill This is where things start to shift. Surges (you...

You’re nearing (or maybe past) your due date, firstly ignore this delete any due date tiers, add two weeks to the date they gave you! (And if you're before that date wahoo!) Your texts are full of “Any signs yet?” and your body feels ready—but baby seems to be taking their sweet time. Before heading down the induction path, let’s talk about some natural ways to gently nudge things along—emphasis on gentle. Because the truth is, labour begins when your baby and your body ar

Yoga as a Mirror: The Path to Ease and the Wisdom of Being Yoga isn’t a performance. It’s not about mastering shapes, chasing...

Phrases to Use During Labor to Stay in Control Because this is your birth, not just a medical event. When you’re in labor, communication matters—and so does protecting your space. Sometimes the smallest phrase can help shift the energy, set boundaries, or remind everyone that you’re the one steering the ship.

Not everyone hires a doula — and that’s okay. Whether it’s a budget decision, personal preference, or something else entirely, your birth...

When people hear the word doula , they often think of someone rubbing a back during labour or offering calming words in the birth room —...

Birth Choices in England: Home, Birth Centre, Hospital & C-Section – Finding the Right Fit for You Choosing where to give birth is a...

How a Doula Can Reduce Birth Trauma, Unnecessary Interventions, and Risks

Bringing new life into the world is an incredible journey, and mindset plays a huge role in the experience. Affirmations can help build...

Bringing a new life into the world is a deeply personal journey, and having the right support can make all the difference. A doula...