17 Common Breastfeeding Myths Debunked
Did you know? It’s pregnancy and in particular, the hormone relaxin which loosens the ligaments in a woman’s pelvis in preparation for birth that causes some women’s breasts to sag.
The Hospital Bag – Leonora’s Guide On What To Pack
For my first baby, I must have taken three suitcases - half of which remained unopened - but for my second and third, I managed to pare it down to the essentials.
The Benefits Of Hypnobirthing For You, Your Partner And Your Baby
What to expect from a hypnobirthing class, the benefits of hypnobirthing and the key ways hypnobirthing is different to the classic antenatal class.
Epidural 101: Everything Expectant Mothers Need to Know
Lesley Gilchrist, a registered midwife and co-founder of My Expert Midwife, shares her expert advice on epidurals, including the advantages, risks and complexities involved.
Must-Read Covid 19 Advice For Pregnant Women
The following article is provided in accordance with the latest advice by Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists, Royal College of Midwives and Public Health England.
Parental Control, Ep 9: Everything You Need To Know About Gut Health In Pregnancy & Babies
In this month's episode, nutritionist Jane Clarke talks to Leonora about both gut health during pregnancy and in babies.
Expectation v Experience: Do You Have A Birth Plan?
When I discuss anxieties surrounding interventions, they usually stem from fear of the unknown, loss of control or concerns about the reasons that these deliveries may be required. Women have often heard or read negative stories.
7 Ways to Take Charge and Give Birth Like A Feminist
It may take years or even generations to turn birth around and get it back onto a course that truly serves every woman as an individual. But you, you are where this change starts. The change starts with you. Here’s what you can do.
