Why is breastfeeding important? Breastfeeding is such a special bonding time for mum and bub and with good, informative antenatal information about feeding and ongoing
They don’t call it labour for no reason, giving birth can be challenging work and a large part of that is getting through the intensity
Perineal massage in pregnancy A perineal massage is the massage of a pregnant women’s perineal (the skin and muscle between the vaginal opening and the
Using Homeopathic Medicine during pregnancy, birth, and Postpartum In our Hypnobirthing Australia Positive Birth Program we talked about having a toolkit for birth which talks
Natural Ways to Induce Labour If you find yourself getting well past your ‘estimated’ due date (remember that a normal pregnancy is considered to be
Optimal Maternal Positioning (OMP) Optimal Maternal positioning (OMP) is a system of exercises, movements, positions, stretches, massage tools, specific pressure applications, and other techniques that
When you know better you can do better! Knowledge is truly power and this is why we provide birthing parents with loads of resources to
Are you looking for book recommendations to expand your knowledge on pregnancy, birth, and postpartum? Check out our recommended books below. These books cover a
Big baby? No big deal we say! During your pregnancy have you been told that your baby is measuring big by your healthcare provider? Often
Music for your Birth & Relaxation In our Positive Birth Program, one of the many tools we teach is music for your birth and relaxation.
Birthing Balls What are birthing balls? You’ve probably seen fit balls/exercise balls in yoga classes or at the gym. These inflated balls aren’t only great
Aromatherapy for pregnancy labour, and birth What is Aromatherapy? It is considered safe to use essential oils throughout your pregnancy and during birth. Essential
Tens Machine for Labour Tens Machine (transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation) is a drug-free pain relief option for during labour. The Tens machine sends small, safe
Acupressure for labour and birth What is Acupressure? Acupressure is a lot like acupuncture (the traditional Chinese medicine practice of inserting thin needles into strategic
Homebirth Support Thinking of having a home birth? Many mothers are opting for a home birth due to the calm, comfortable, and familiar environment birthing
The role of a Doula A doula is a trained, non-medical companion who assists a woman during pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. Having a doula is
Postpartum Care There are many changes that occur after you give birth. Some changes are physical (like your breasts getting full of milk) and others
Do you have a baby in the breech or posterior position? Not all babies march to the same beat! There is much talk about
Birth Photographers We wish to thank (and highly recommend) the following talented photographers who have generously contributed to our program. Sara Bresser Birth Photography – Sara
I Started My Labour with an Audio Track! (Audio induction, anyone?) Dear Melissa I wanted to write and thank you for the Baby, Come Out! mp3
The Hypnobirthing Australia™ program is a unique and comprehensive childbirth course catering to Australian needs, that builds knowledge and uses techniques such as relaxation, self-hypnosis, breathing & movement for a safer, easier and more gentle birth.
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