Changes to your body: the effects of exercise in pregnancy
Your body undergoes numerous physiological and biomechanical changes throughout the nine-month period of your pregnancy.
Circulation
During the first trimester, most expectant mums experience vascular under fill, which occurs when the blood vessels become enlarged to supply sufficient oxygen to your baby, but your blood volume hasnβt changed. This effectively means blood β¦
What are the benefits of different birth positions?
Research shows interventions such as instrumental births and caesarean sections are more likely to occur if women are laid back on a bed during labour. This is one of the reasons the Royal College of Midwives (RCM) advises midwives to encourage women to remain active in labour and birth. It β¦
Warning signs to look out for when exercising
Pregnancy is a special time, so, when exercising, the health of you and your baby should always come first. You should know the warning signs to look for - that may indicate you need to stop exercising - so as to not put yourself or your baby at any risk.
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Breastfeeding superfoods
Getting the right nutritional balance when you are breastfeeding is really important for you and your baby. Whilst your milk supply may not be effected by what you eat, there is a catch - your body will always put your baby first. It will take the nutrients it needs for β¦
Four benefits of an active birth
As midwives, we're always encouraging women to have an active birth, as it has loads of benefits for both mum and baby. In this blog we explore some of the benefits we think you'll find most useful!
1. Gravity is your friend in active birth
Gravity helps your baby descend the birth canal β¦
