Ana Bradley - Pregnancy, Birth & Beyond

15/03/2026

06/03/2026

It’s easy to feel like you have to keep going, to hide the hard days, or to convince yourself that you should be ‘fine.’

We want you to know that your feelings are real, and they deserve to be acknowledged. Your story matters, not just to you but to those around you who may be walking a similar path. Reaching out, speaking up, or even just sitting with your emotions is a courageous act.

You are not alone, and your journey is worth holding space for. PANDAS can hold space for you and support you through one of our support services. You are note alone. ❤️

For a full list of our support services, please see the link in the first comment below.

25/02/2026

🤰✨New Blog Post!

Excited about your new arrival? Join the Comprehensive Antenatal Parent Workshop in Stretford! Get hands-on tips for birth prep, newborn care, and emotional support. Perfect for first-time parents or those wanting a refresher course!
Ready to feel confident? Engage with other parents and learn essential skills that will boost your confidence!

Read more about the Parent Workshop in my newest blog post here! 👉 https://www.pregnancybirthandbeyond.co.uk/post/comprehensive-antenatal-parent-workshop-in-stretford-your-guide-to-feeling-prepared-and-confident

25/02/2026

📣Parent Infant Feeding Workshop takes place this Saturday at St Matthew's Hall Stretford - perfect if your baby is due this spring - End of March/April.📣

🌷Book your space here at: https://www.pregnancybirthandbeyond.co.uk
Questions?
🌷E-mail me at: ana-bradley@pregnancybirthandbeyond.co.uk

I am looking forward to meeting you on Saturday and talking about all things Infant Feeding related! Come away more confident knowing what choices you have!

Ana x

12/01/2026

📣Happy New Year everyone! 📣

I hope you all started healthy and well into the New Year - perhaps planned some fun activities to look forward to already? 🥰

🌷I have just opened bookings for the next Parent Workshop! A six week comprehensive antenatal workshop which will help you prepare for a confident labour, birth and also the first few weeks at home!

📣Any questions just reach out!
Ana-bradley@pregnancybirthandbeyond.co.uk
Or book here: https://www.pregnancybirthandbeyond.co.uk

I'm excited to meet you soon! 😀

Ana x

07/01/2026

🌸 We’re looking for women and birthing people to take part in a research study! 🌸

The study is exploring healthy lifestyles after having a baby to help improve postnatal and preconception services across Greater Manchester 💜

Who can take part? Women and birthing people who have had a baby in Greater Manchester in the last 12 months, are over 16 years old and speak English, Arabic or Urdu.

📝 What’s involved?
You can complete a questionnaire and/or take part in an interview - whatever works best for you!

Questionnaire link : https://forms.office.com/e/snXtZJYzWn

Your experiences could help shape the future of postnatal support for women and families 💬

📧For any questions please contact: Kylie Watson 07929759975 Thank you for helping us make a difference!

06/01/2026

Please read if you have purchased SMA formular.

Nestlé is recalling specific batches of its SMA infant formula and follow-on formula.

This is due to the potential presence of cereulide in the batches below. There have been no confirmed reports of any illness but if you’ve bought one don’t feed it to your baby.

The recall notice states you can get a refund: If you have purchased one of these batches, please share a photo of the product and the batch code via https://www.nestle.co.uk/en-gb/getintouch or by calling our careline on 0800 0 81 81 80 (UK) 1800 931 832 (Ireland) and we will refund you.

You can switch to any other first stage infant formula (if you’re using a specialised milk please contact your health professional). I’m assuming the recall means the affected batches are now off the shelves but you can double check any new purchases.

Batch codes can be found on the base of the tin or box for powdered formulas or the base of the outer box and on the side / top of the container for ready-to-feed formulas.

A list of UK products and batch numbers followed by Ireland.

You can check the Nestle website here https://www.nestle.co.uk/en-gb/media/sma-infant-formula-follow-on-formula-recall?_kx=aXTIwfnPEjd8LOiLG1ZmN73fHEcG4TmQLvNnUBOwg7c.RuSAJw

SMA Advanced Follow on Milk 800g
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SMA Advanced First Infant Milk 800g
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SMA First Infant Milk 800g
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SMA First Infant Milk 400g
• 51350346AA
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SMA First Infant Milk 1.2Kg
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SMA LITTLE STEPS First Infant Milk 800g
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• 51540346AC

SMA Comfort 800g
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SMA First Infant Milk 200ml
• 52860295M
• 52870295M
• 53220295M
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• 52870295M
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• 53070295M
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SMA First Infant Milk 70ml
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SMA Lactose Free 400g
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SMA Anti Reflux 800g
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SMA Alfamino 400g
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Ireland batch numbers

SMA Advanced First Infant Milk 800g
• 51450742F1

SMA Advanced Follow on Milk 800g
• 51240742F2
• 51890742F2

SMA Comfort 800g
• 52620742F3

SMA First Infant Milk 200ml
• 53070295M
• 52860295M
• 52870295M
• 53220295M
• 53230295M

SMA First Infant Milk 800g
• 51590346AB
• 52750346AE

SMA GOLD PREM 2 800g
• 53090742F2

SMA LITTLE STEPS First Infant Milk 800g
• 51540346AD

SMA Alfamino 400g
• 51200017Y3
• 51210017Y1
• 51250017Y1
• 51460017Y1
• 51710017Y1

02/12/2025

Anterior placentas

The placenta is an incredible organ, belonging to both you and your baby. It's the only transient organ in the human body, meaning that it grows and stays temporarily, leaving once it's fulfilled its purpose. Connected to your baby by the umbilical cord, it releases hormones which help your baby to grow, while also supplying them with nutrients and oxygen. The placenta is also responsible for carrying waste products, such as carbon dioxide, back to your bloodstream to be disposed of.

The placenta develops wherever the fertilised egg embeds into your uterus. Your sonographer will check the position of your placenta during your 20-week scan, to ensure its position won't affect your pregnancy. An anterior placenta simply means your placenta is attached to the front wall of your uterus, between the baby and your tummy. It's a completely normal place for it to implant and develop. It isn't connected to having a low-lying placenta (called placenta previa) and it shouldn't cause you problems.

Although feeling movement can be trickier for anterior placenta mums, your baby should still develop regularity to their movement. If you feel as though your baby's movements have slowed down or stopped, it's important not to assume your placenta is the reason. Call your midwife or maternity unit straight away if you have any concerns.

20/11/2025

❄️Week 4 already! ❄️

With this week our Parent Postnatal Workshops are officially starting.

This Saturday we will be covering all things Infant Feeding. From Breastfeeding Anatomy, to how things work, what equipment you may need or want and so much more! Have a look at my blog post for more details! 😊

https://www.pregnancybirthandbeyond.co.uk/post/infant-feeding-workshop

Following this week we will have our 2 week Parent Postnatal Workshop which leads us right up into December!

❄️Places are available to book on my webpage here: https://www.pregnancybirthandbeyond.co.uk

🌟Any questions, just reach out: ana-bradley@pregnancybirthandbeyond.co.uk

Can't wait to meet you!

Ana x

31/10/2025

It’s against the law for First Stage Formula (the one most babies need of they’re not having breastmilk from birth to 12 months) to be advertised.

This means you won’t see it on any tv adverts or posters. It also means you won’t find it on offer in supermarkets, and it shouldn’t be displayed on end of aisle displays as this would count as promotion.

It also means that health care professionals (and influencers too!) shouldn’t recommend one formula over another to families, instead sharing evidence based resources so families can make their own decisions

The reason for this is that the UK subscribes to part of the WHO Code of Marketing of Breastmilk Substitutes (The Code) which bans any sort of advertising or marketing of formulas. (And also bottles and teats, although the UK hasn’t signed up to this part.)

The Code was written in response to the marketing activities of the infant feeding industry which were promoting formula feeding over breastfeeding, and meaning families were manipulated and potentially coerced into buying products, which compromised breastfeeding, and in turn, babies’ health.

By stopping any sort of promotion or marketing, it means that families are able to make safer choices, which are not influenced by marketing.

The Who Code also has legislation about how formula is labelled, for instance you won’t see formula packaging with images of babies or any other images/words that ‘idealise’ formula feeding.

Other stages of formula, including follow on formula, are exempt from these laws, but are really unnecessary products, simply produced to allow formula companies to advertise them.

What do you think of The Code? Have you noticed First Stage Formulas aren’t included in UK advertising?

29/10/2025

You are an active participant in your baby's birth with the ability to make choices when it comes to how your baby enters the world.

Our Classes and Workshops are designed to ensure you are fully informed about the choices you have and feel confident in making them.

🌟The next Parent Workshop starts this Saturday, 1st November.

Can't wait to meet you then! 🥰

Ana x

https://www.pregnancybirthandbeyond.co.uk