Partners

This is an article that has been a long time coming. What being a midwife means to me. It seems obvious that I’d want to write about why I became a midwife and what doing this job for the past [...]

What does it mean to be a dad these days? In many ways fatherhood has transformed from an authoritarian, provider role to a much more nurturing and active one. Whereas fathers traditionally took [...]

Giving birth after a loss is a subject that’s very seldom spoken about. Whether you’ve experienced a miscarriage, a still birth or the loss of an infant, being pregnant after tragedy is often a [...]

Your identity goes through a lot of changes in the 9 months it takes to grow a baby. Suddenly your life is in transition as you go from being simply ‘you’, to being an expectant mother. Pregnancy [...]

Breastfeed your baby? To breastfeed your baby or not remains one of the most controversial topics out there.  As a midwife, I can honestly say that while breast milk is the most natural option [...]

When a new baby is born, the dynamic between each couple goes on something of a rollercoaster and very often it can feel like each parent is on their own individual ride – this is only emphasized [...]

Today I want to talk about dads. There’s so much focus on motherhood and mums, but having a baby is a fundamental life change for men as well, and as such fatherhood also takes time to adapt to. [...]

Sex after childbirth is a topic that most couples gloss over, but it’s an important one to face with your partner. Talking about your expectations, feelings and fears can help you both find a way [...]

Emotional detoxing can help balance your mood and give you a fresh perspective. At this time of year I think it’s especially important to do what I call a ‘negativity detox’. I do one of these [...]

When your wife or partner gives birth, it’s likely to be one of the most intense and emotional experiences you’ve had as a couple. Until the day comes to finally meet your baby, you may be [...]