Breathing techniques for labor – exercise tips

The right breathing technique during each phase of labor can have a relaxing effect and may reduce pain perception and the use of medicinal pain relief.

Breathing techniques for labor

5 empowering tips on preparing for birth

‘Put your own needs first, stand your ground, and do what feels right for YOU.’ Here’s a short but empowering checklist for you as your due date gets closer.

Preparing for birth: your empowerment checklist

7 situations you may experience before the “Big Tell”

We list seven situations that you may experience early in your pregnancy before you’re ready to break the news.

Been there, done that

Does hypnobirthing really work?

Nicola put all of her faith in hypnobirthing to make birthing her first baby a good experience so why did she feel so let down?

Hypnobirthing – when things don’t go according to plan

Baby shower decorations: 5 ideas that pop

Create a super-festive vibe for the mom-to-be and make beautiful baby shower decorations using colorful food, flowers, balloons, signs and backdrops.

Celebrate mom-to-be with colorful decorations

What is hypnobirthing?

The increasingly popular birthing technique hypnobirthing uses positive thoughts and deep relaxation to empower you to take control of your labor and make it less painful.

An alternative birthing technique that’s trending now

Preparing for birth with hypnobirthing

Preparing for birth a second time, Klara wanted the skills to take control of her labor. Together with her partner, she took a course in hypnobirthing.

Five hypnobirthing tips when preparing for birth

Hypnobirthing: How I tried a new birthing technique

From skeptical to sold on hypnobirthing, Cat learned new tools to overcome her first traumatic labor and make the birth of her second child awesome.

Birth doesn’t have to be a scary horror show