Ask the Midwife

  • What is a Stretch and Sweep?

    A stretch and sweep is also called a membrane sweep and is a way of trying to naturally start labour. You may have been offered a stretch and sweep, so here is everything you need to know. What is a s

    The Best Podcast for Pregnancy

    If you are currently pregnant, you may be in search of the best podcast for pregnancy. I am a big fan of podcasts and listen to them on the daily. I’m a mum of four and I cannot remember the las

    Are baby hiccups during pregnancy normal?

    We get so many messages asking us if baby hiccups during pregnancy are normal… So, are they? Are baby hiccups during pregnancy normal? Yes, hiccupping is a really normal thing that baby’s

    When should I start Hypnobirthing?

    You are sold on the fact that you want to do hypnobirthing. You’re excited to start so can feel calm and confident and ready for birth. But – a question we here time and time again, when s

    Why is Christmas Day the rarest day to give birth?

    So, who’s expecting their own little elf this December? Did you know that Christmas Day is statistically the rarest day to give birth? Let me tell you why… My last baby was due January 25th bu

    2 weeks over due. Should I have an induction?

    Hey Beth, I am coming up to 2 weeks over due. Should I have an induction?  (more…)
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