The importance of consent in maternity care
Consent in maternity care is essential. Your midwives and doctors must ask for your permission before performing any monitoring, treatment or procedure. Including even the most basic examinations such as taking your temperature or blood pressure. The only exception to this rule is if you do not have the capacity β¦
The BRAIN tool: A guide for informed decision-making
Pregnancy, labour, and the early days learning to parent a newborn are deeply personal experiences, and navigating the wealth of information from medical professionals can sometimes feel overwhelming. The BRAIN tool offers a simple, yet powerful, framework to help expectant parents make informed decisions about their care. This tool is β¦
Family bonding: Mindfulness practices for pregnancy
The journey to parenthood can be an exciting and overwhelming time, as there is so much change to navigate. If you are expecting a baby, finding ways to manage stress, prioritise your emotional wellbeing, and strengthen the bond with your baby (and partner) is essential. Mindfulness practices can provide valuable β¦
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 β¦
Oxytocin: the love hormone
Oxytocin is a powerful hormone that is released when we feel happy, secure and loved. It is integral to childbirth, helping create powerful contractions or surges that help us birth effectively. It helps stimulate the flow of breastmilk, and is essential for bonding. It can be triggered by massage, laughter β¦
