Jane Hedges Registered Midwife

12/23/2024

Current Availability for Midwifery care.
Jan, Feb and June onwards limited availability.

12/08/2024

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Podcast Episode · Evidence Based Birth® · 2024-04-17 · 57m

12/07/2024

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12/05/2024

STARTING NOW

Are you ready to Be Empowered?

In this FREE masterclass, we'll explore why fear arises, how it impacts your body during birth, and practical strategies to reframe it into trust and empowerment.

This is more than just a free masterclass—it’s the start of your journey toward a birth experience that reflects your vision and values. Whether you’re a first-time parent, preparing for birth again, or supporting someone on their journey, this masterclass will inspire and equip you to approach birth with intention and confidence.

The birth you desire starts here—register for free at https://bewithbirth.ca/from-fear-to-fierce and take the first step in discovering what's possible for you! 🙌

In this FREE masterclass, we'll explore why fear arises, how it impacts your body during birth, and practical strategies to reframe it into trust and empowerment.This is more than just a class—it’s the start of your journey toward a birth experience that reflects your vision and values. Whether ...

11/12/2024

Midwifery services available January, February, March 2025

Application Form We thank you for your interest in midwifery care! If you are pregnant and interested in midwifery care, please complete and submit the form below. All information provided is secure and confidential. Once we receive your application, we will contact you directly by email or phone, a...

10/11/2024

Interested in MW care? Send in a client intake form availability most months

Application Form We thank you for your interest in midwifery care! If you are pregnant and interested in midwifery care, please complete and submit the form below. All information provided is secure and confidential. Once we receive your application, we will contact you directly by email or phone, a...

10/08/2024

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Human reproduction is commonly portrayed as a gigantic marathon swimming event in which the fastest, fittest s***m wins the race and prize of fertilising the egg. Yet another male dominated fantasy about the creation of life. The notion that human s***m once ej******ed, begin a frantic race to reach the egg has completely overshadowed the real story of reproduction.

A 2020 study revealed that in fact there is a communication system between the EGG and s***m. The egg has the ability to repel certain s***m with a molecular mechanism causing them to swim slower and also attract certain s***m by releasing a chemoattractant helping them move faster. Cervical mucus call L- Mucus helps filter out any low quality s***m, Bye Boy!

In the study Fitzpatrick is quoted "Follicular fluid from one female was better at attracting s***m from one male, while follicular fluid from another female was better at attracting s***m from a different male…. This shows that interactions between human eggs and s***m depend on the specific identity of the women and men involved."

Once SHE makes her choice and the s***m begins to pe*****te the egg, the egg then releases a chemical response that causes all of the other s***m's heads to pop off. Yep, mass decapitation. ⠀

And to keep things in perspective, the male s***m is the smallest cell in the human body while the female egg is the largest, who run the world?

📄:Fitzpatrick, J. L. et al 2020 chemical signals from eggs facilitate cryptic female choice in humans Proc. R. Soc.

09/26/2024

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🧡 Exciting News: Pre-orders for The Art of Breastfeeding 9th edition are now open!

📖 Pre-order to be among the first to receive the book when it is released in October! Please share this news to help the book reach more people.

📌 Canadian purchases - https://www.lllc.ca/pre-order-art-breastfeeding

📌 UK purchases - https://www.lllgbbooks.co.uk/store/p258/Art-of-Breastfeeding.html

Those outside the UK who would like to order the UK version should contact books@laleche.org.uk for shipping fees

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09/26/2024

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09/25/2024

Healthy Habits to Manage Blood

A normal blood pressure during pregnancy is 119/79, or lower. High blood pressure becomes a concern when the top number is 140 or greater, or when the bottom number is 90 or greater.

These tips can help combat complications with rising blood pressure:

Diet and Nutrition

Eat a well-balanced diet of grains, fruits, vegetables, dairy and proteins
Limit sodium intake to 1,500 mg or less
Practice portion control, consuming around 2,000 calories each day
Eat 72 grams of protein from lean sources
Cut back on caffeine
Stop the use of to***co, alcohol and other drugs
Regular Exercise

Aim for 30 minutes of exercise low-impact exercise throughout pregnancy

Prenatal Care and Screening

Attend all prenatal care visits
Take a daily prenatal vitamin to help fill nutrictional deficiencies.
Monitor your blood pressure regularly if asked by your care provider.
Talk to your provider about risk factors for high blood pressure
Limit stressors as much as possible