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01/04/2026

1) Contractions are regular, strong, lasting 60 seconds and every 3–5 minutes. 2) You can’t talk through contractions anymore. When you need to stop, breathe, and focus. 3) 💧 Your waters have broken. Remember it can be a trickle, and not always a gush. 4) 🩸 Any bleeding. 5) Reduced baby movements. Don’t wait, come in. 6) Pain that feels intense or you’re struggling to cope at home. 👩🏽‍⚕️ Midwife tip: If you’re unsure… call. You are NEVER wasting our time 💗Remember to save as a reminder!

26/03/2026

1) Early labour can last longer than you expect - days or weeks 🤰🏽. 2) You don’t have to stay on your back & yes even if you have an epidural! 3) Pain does not mean something is wrong. Contractions can be painful, try toprepare yourself by learning coping mechanisms. 4) Your body was made to labour so be confident in it ❤️5) Your birth plan can change—and that’s okay! 6) Midwives are your advocates 💖 as much as we have clinical duties to do. Your voice matters, and how you want to be cared for is very important!

20/03/2026

A low-lying placenta means your placenta is sitting lower in your uterus than usual, sometimes close to the cervix. This is actually quite common in early and mid-pregnancy, and in many cases, as your uterus grows, the placenta naturally moves upwards on its own.Don’t listen to anyone who tells you, you can do or drink something to help your placenta move…. It’s all lies!!! We usually keep an eye on it with follow-up scans to make sure it’s in a safe position for birth. Most women with a low-lying placenta go on to have a normal vaginal delivery with a clear plan in place. Placenta previa is when the placenta remains low and partially or completely covers the cervix later in pregnancy. This can cause bleeding and may mean a cesarean birth is the safest option for you and your baby.If you’ve been told your placenta is low-lying, try not to worry—speak to your doctor or midwife for clarity and they should guide you every step of the way and make a plan that keeps you and your baby safe 💗

13/03/2026

Here’s my little rant for the day 😅!PLEASE BIRTH PARTNERS BE KIND & HELPFUL.As a midwife, I love helping and supporting the women I look after. Still, due to the extreme busyness on the wards, we literally can’t do everything, so having a supportive birth partner is essential!Pick someone selfless, helpful and willing to learn. Someone who will be there to support you in your most vulnerable moments. Please ladies choose wisely.Controversial opinion: you don’t have to pick your spouse 🤷🏽‍♀️💗

11/03/2026

Pregnancy can bring many beautiful changes—but your gums might need extra love too ladies 🪥🦷💗Pregnancy gingivitis is a common condition caused by hormonal changes that make gums more sensitive to plaque. You might notice: Red, swollen gums, bleeding when brushing or flossing, tenderness along the gumline.This can be prevented and managed by brushing twice daily, flossing gently, staying consistent with dental check-ups, and keeping up with professional cleanings during pregnancy.Healthy gums support a healthy pregnancy—for both you and baby. If you notice bleeding or swelling, don’t ignore it— Go to the dentist!

07/03/2026

Did you know that abdominal pain before 37 weeks of pregnancy is NOT something to ignore?!!Preterm labour can start quietly, and sometimes the first sign is persistent abdominal pain, tightening, back pain, or pressure. If you are less than 37 weeks pregnant and experiencing these symptoms, it’s important to go to your hospital for a check-up. Simply call your maternity Triage/Helpline first. Early assessment is important as it can help check if labour is starting, Monitor your baby’s wellbeing & provide treatments that may delay labour or protect your baby’s lungs and brain if birth happens early.Getting checked early can make a huge difference for you and your baby.Remember always trust your gut & when in doubt, always contact your maternity helpline — it’s always better to be reassured than to miss early signs of preterm labour.

05/03/2026

So yesterday, I attended the Group B Strep (GBS) Conference organised by Irwin Mitchell Solicitors, the leading medical negligence law firm in the UK.I was privileged to present alongside Nina Khazaezadeh (Regional Chief Midwife for London, NHS England) on the Management of newborns in hospital and in the community regarding GBS. GBS is a common bacterium that lives in the gut and lower ge***al tract, causing no harm to adults. However, during childbirth, it can be transmitted to the baby. The UK uses a risk-based approach to identify which newborn babies are most likely to develop GBS infection, which helps determine who to offer antibiotics in labour to reduce that risk to the baby. There is a current major UK clinical trial that is investigating how best to prevent GBS in newborn babies known as the GBS3 trial. This will hopefully shape our evidence-based approach to the national policy. It comes out in Spring 2026. The conference was insightful, as we listened to some lived experiences of families affected by GBS, insights from leading clinicians, and legal experts. As new parents, you may not know the signs to look out for an unwell baby, especially signs of infection. If your baby is grunting, has a fever (get a thermometer), poor feeding, lethargic, irritable, noisy breathing, pale or blotchy skin please seek urgent medical help. Always trust your gut instinct even if a professional says “it’s all good”, you can definitely seek a second opinion to feel reassured 💗

02/03/2026

Be kind to yourself. Your body was made for this and can do this. Take those rest days when you need to.Do the exercises to help you, and overall try to enjoy bonding with your baby whilst pregnant. Women suffering with pelvic girdle pain, we see you and you’re doing amazing 💕🥰

26/02/2026

DO NOT BUY AT-HOME DOPPLERS! Please don’t. It is not a full check of your baby’s wellbeing & you may actually not be listening to your baby’s heartbeat 🤦🏽‍♀️Unless you are a trained professional, you don’t need to have this.Knowing your baby’s movement pattern is so important. Increased movements, reduced movement, no movements; these are what will help understand the baby’s wellbeing. Not counting the movement, not listening to the heart rate for 1 minute but actually knowing the pattern of your baby’s movements!

23/02/2026

A lip balm is always great because, during labour, especially if you’re using the gas & air, your lips will feel dry and sometimes even bleed… yepp… so get ur partner to gloss your lips when you feel it’s dry, as it can become an added discomfort.A straw water bottle is sooooo needed. When you’re uncomfortable and in pain, keeping hydrated can be a challenge, so having a straw bottle makes it much easier.A flannel because trust me you will get hot & bothered and that feeling of a cold flannel will be so lovely 🥰 —Of course, there are more essentials but we’ll start with this for now 💕—

18/02/2026

Tingling, numb fingers, or wrist pain in pregnancy? 🤰🏽 You’re not weird — it’s common.Pregnancy hormones cause fluid retention and swelling, which can press on a nerve in your wrist (carpal tunnel syndrome). It often shows up in the 2nd or 3rd trimester and is usually temporary.What helps:• Wear a wrist splint at night• Avoid sleeping on your hands• Elevate hands when resting• Gentle stretches• Cold compress for swellingIt usually improves after birth . If it’s severe or not settling, speak to your provider. 💕

11/02/2026

Gestational diabetes is common, manageable, and usually has no symptoms—which is why routine screening is so important. The good news? For most women, blood sugar levels return to normal after the baby is born 💗 With healthy habits, monitoring, and support from your care team, you and your baby can stay safe and strong throughout pregnancy. Always attend your check-ups and don’t hesitate to ask questions—early care makes all the difference. There are so many options of diabetes-friendly food for your ethnic origin online, do your research and take it seriously because abnormal or unstable blood sugar levels can cause issues for you & your baby!

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