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      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
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      Antenatal Classes Cirencester

      Parents-to-be in Cirencester, come and join us at our Antenatal Classes! Each class is run by a qualified midwife to ensure you get the most accurate and up-to-date knowledge to support you in pregnan
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      What to pack in your hospital bag: Top 5 items

      If you are expecting, you might be wondering what to pack in your hospital bag. Here are my top 5 items that you might not have thought of. Water bottle with straw Firstly – labour is thirsty wo
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      Does Hypnobirthing Work?

      The NHS have set out plans to train more midwives in hypnobirthing. I think this is amazing. As a midwife myself who trained in hypnobirthing, I really do welcome more midwives doing the same. So R
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      Am I in labour?

      If you are full term, you may be wondering “am I in labour?!”. So, what are the signs and symptoms that you are going into labour? You’ve had a “show” The show is a blood
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      Should I have a home birth?

      If you’ve watched Call the Midwife, you will know that once upon a time most women gave birth at home. Maternity Units and Consultant-led units then became where the majority gave birth. In rece
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