Natural coping strategies: Mindfulness
Do you regularly meditate? If so, you'll know its many benefits, backed by a growing body of research.
If not, pregnancy is a great time to start practising and enjoying these benefits!
Benefits of Mindfulness
Reduces:
Feelings of fear, stress and anxiety.
Emotional reactivity (improves self-control)
Aches and pains.
Insomnia.
Improves:
Concentration and memory.
Physical and mental stamina.
Confidence.
Bonding between parents …
Natural coping strategies: Breath
Learning to breathe and relax during a contraction helps release your body’s natural pain relievers – endorphins!
It’s entirely normal for your breathing pattern to change during labour in response to the following:
Contractions
Feelings of anxiety
Lack of control
The sensations of birth, including pressure and pain
Tiredness or exhaustion.
This may show up as holding …
Jaundice in newborns
Why do babies get jaundice?
Jaundice is really common in newborn babies. Approximately 6 in 10 full-term newborns and 8 in 10 preterm babies (born before 37 weeks) will get jaundice.
Babies have more red blood cells when they are born than they need outside the womb. When these red blood cells …
Pregnancy conditions explained: Pre-eclampsia
What is pre-eclampsia?
Whilst the exact cause of pre-eclampsia isn't known, scientists believe it occurs when the placenta's blood vessels don't develop properly, causing it not to function as it should.
As a result of the placenta not working correctly, several issues can arise. The baby may not receive enough nutrients, and …
Smoking in pregnancy and around your baby
We all know that smoking is bad for your health, especially during pregnancy when it affects your baby's health as the nicotine, carbon monoxide, and other toxins pass from our lungs through the placenta. But even after the birth, if you or your partner smoke (or people you socialise with …
![🔔 new blog alert 🔔
It's so important to educate yourself, and understand your rights as you're looked after during your pregnancy, labour, birth and beyond. Whether it's a routine check or a major procedure, YOU decide what happens to your body. 💪💜
In our latest blog, we dive into the importance of informed consent and how healthcare providers must give you clear, unbiased information so you can make the best decisions for yourself and your baby. 📋✨
Key points to remember:
🤝 Your choice matters! Always ask questions and ensure you understand the options.
🚨 You can withdraw consent at any time. It's YOUR body, YOUR baby, YOUR decision.
💕 Even your birth partner can’t make decisions for you, but they can help advocate for your preferences.
👶Post-birth, both parents may share in decisions for your baby, but until then, it’s the pregnant person's choice.
Check out the full post and empower yourself with knowledge. 🔗 [Link in bio]
https://newlifeclasses.com/2024/11/12/the-importance-of-consent-in-maternity-care/
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