Bones of Birth - Birth & Postpartum Doula and Hypnobirthing Practitioner

27/06/2025

One day your baby, the one that today may seem impossible and far from existence.

Will be old enough to hear their story, to hear how badly they were wanted. How deeply they were loved, How often they were wished for and how important their existence is.

Imagine them looking up at you and thanking you for never giving up on them. Even if today it feels impossible. 🤍

26/06/2025

Wow such a shock 🙄😂

It takes a lot of energy to create life, and scientists are saying it takes significantly more than they originally believed.

Research shows that pregnancy demands 50,000 dietary calories over the course of nine months, 96% of that energy is required entirely from the mother. FYI, that’s roughly 50 pints of Ben & Jerry’s 🍦

Mamas and soon-to-be-mamas? Take a nap—this. is. not. easy!

👉 Study published in the journal Science, reported by The New York Times

23/06/2025

Mothers involved in the historic Birth Trauma Inquiry say the funding, which is part of an $83 million package, is a "phenomenal" win for parents and babies.

23/04/2025

28/11/2024

Amazing 🧡

03/01/2024

I’m not crying, you’re crying.

03/10/2023

Tonight was amazing!
It was the first time I have ever done a maternity session with a surrogate and expecting parents!
What a special and amazing gift A is able to give this beautiful couple!
This is all I am going to post because they asked to stay private which I totally respect and feel thankful that I am able to share this! What a beautiful celebration of life!
Xoxo

16/06/2023

Stop I enjoyed this too much

11/06/2023

Just a lil appreciation post for my right hand man, Abraham.

When I was pregnant I was worried I wouldn’t be able to love someone as much as I love Abe (sorry Abe you’re definitely second now) but I thank my lucky stars every damn day the universe delivered me you.
You’ve protected me in some of my most vulnerable times, loved me in my darkest hours and continue to take care of our little family.

8.5 years so far and it’s not even close to enough. Watching your face turn grey, I get scared of what life will look like without you. Just writing this gives me a lump in my throat and automatic tears.

You smell so bad sometimes, need antidepressants (how millennial of you) and seriously can’t keep out of our faces omgggg - but I’m so mindful to not take any of it for granted.

I will always believe we don’t deserve dogs but I’m so lucky you adopted me all those years ago (and promise to cherish every little quirk of yours!) 🥰

02/06/2023

Oh my gosh - anyone want to do a Canberra overnighter for this? 😍

1 Day workshop with Rhea in Canberra
The UCMS is proud to collaborate with Rhea Dempsey from 'Birthing Wisdom' for an exclusive 1-day workshop in Canberra. This workshop is designed for all - Birth workers, student midwives, couples or singles, Rhea Dempsey brings you insights from her two books 'Birth with Confidence' and 'Beyond the Birth Plan'.

In the morning you will learn about pain and its relationship to 'physiological birth'. Rhea will delve into a range of topics from the distinction between physiological, pathological and psychological pain, the cultural mindset of the epidural, crisis of confidence and the birthing woman's pain attitude, the couple 'relationship dynamic' and pain, midwives' pain paradigm, midwives' working with pain skills, and the magic dance of Oxytocin and Endorphins.

In the afternoon Rhea will delve into some of the deeper psychological themes from her newest book, covering factors contributing to birth trauma, disturbed birth physiology, structural issues and unnecessary interventions, expectations of care and a 'wounding' birth culture, and the impact of the Mother's story and couple relationship dynamics.

Afternoon tea provided, click "Get tickets" to secure your spot today. We understand the nature of birth work, so have a 1 day refund policy.

Please don't hesitate to contact the UCMS on ucmidwiferysociety@gmail.com if you require more information.

https://events.humanitix.com/rhea-dempsey-workshop-issues-in-contemporary-birth-culture

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