Annerley the midwives clinic

19/01/2026

Great to have the lovely Violet Man at our parents coffee morning last week. We learned about risk reduction for childhood allergies.

15/01/2026

✨ When labor gets intense, your body needs support... not resistance.
Here are 5 simple coping tools that actually help when things get real:
1. Low moaning or sounds (not screaming).
Screaming tenses everything up.
Moaning keeps your jaw, shoulders, and belly relaxed which helps labor progress more easily.
2. Counting during contractions.
Pick a number (like 8 or 10) and count slowly.
It keeps your mind focused so you’re not spiraling with each contraction.
3. Squeezing something (or someone).
A comb. A stress ball. Your partner’s hand.
Channeling your energy into gripping something gives your brain a safe outlet.
4. Repeating a word or phrase.
“I’ve got this.” “Calm.” "Breathe through this wave."
Pick one and say it or think it through each contraction.
It keeps your nervous system in a calmer state.
5. Keep your eyes open and focus on something.
Looking at a photo, a pattern on the wall, or your partner’s face gives your mind something to lock onto... which helps your body stay present, instead of overwhelmed.
Most people quit coping too soon... not because they can’t handle the pain, but because they start fighting it.
They tense up to brace for each contraction (which is understandable!)
But that tension = more pain
More pain = more fear
More fear = more tension.
And the cycle continues.
Labour pain isn’t the enemy.
It’s your body doing exactly what it needs to do.
And when you stop resisting and start working with it... things change.
You don’t need to be loud.
You don’t need to be brave.
You just need to stay with yourself... even when it’s hard. 💚
Call Gloria 29831558 to book a space on our breathing and relaxation class to learn more.

08/01/2026

07/01/2026

This is why we advise all formula is made with very hot (70c +) water. It helps to kill bacteria.
Some formulas that have added probiotics will ell you to use cooler water so you don't kill the good bacteria......please note....it also doesn't kill the bad!

If you have any of this brand of formula (nestle...listed on their website) please DO NOT use it.

https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/health-environment/article/3339031/hong-kong-pharmacies-pull-nestle-baby-milk-formula-amid-recall-over-toxin-risk

29/12/2025

Did you know your milk changes through the day and night?
That it is different for boy & girls?
That the hormone levels change?

20/12/2025

Remember as you are going in to birth, that fear = stress hormones which increase pain and decrease effective contractions. Its a simple sympathetic vs parasympathetic nervous system balance.

“Fear is not real. The only place that fear can exist is in our thoughts of the future. It is the product of our imagination, causing us to fear things that do not at present and may not ever exist. That is near insanity. Now do not misunderstand me, danger is very real, but fear is a choice.”
― Will Smith in the movie 'After Earth'

16/12/2025

https://www.facebook.com/share/r/184aiAiQa2/

14/12/2025

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1KGWpEkP8b/

Denmark is moving away from the “cry it out” sleep training method, largely due to pressure from over 700 psychologists who signed an open letter citing harm to infant emotional development, leading the Danish board to reconsider its guidance, emphasizing responsive care and secure attachment as healthier alternatives.
Studies find consistently ignoring a crying baby can negatively impact their brain development, increase stress hormones like cortisol and can even affect their future emotional health.
Babies communicate their needs by crying, and ignoring these cries can lead to prolonged periods of stress, causing a rise in cortisol levels. Elevated cortisol levels can negatively impact brain development, brain structure and a baby’s ability to regulate stress even later in life.
Consistent responsiveness to a baby’s cries helps them develop a sense of security and trust in their caregivers. This can lead to a more secure attachment, which is crucial for emotional well-being, healthy social relationships and brain development.
Babies are not trying to manipulate their parents when they cry, they are communicating their needs and attempting to establish a connection. Responding to these cries is critical for building a strong bond and promoting healthy development.

11/12/2025

Are you scared of the first p**p after having your baby?

https://www.facebook.com/share/r/17j5xVu76t/

10/12/2025

Did you know that micro plastics have been found in babies, the placenta, amniotic fluid even s***m. Watch this (you can sign up for her podcasts too), to find ways of reducing micro plastics consumption.

10/12/2025

Really good TED talk about breastmilk.

母乳使嬰兒身體成長，補給神經發育之需，和提供必要的免疫因數和防治飢荒和疾病──但為什麼科學了解番茄多過於母乳呢？凱蒂·欣德（Katie Hinde）分享關於這個複雜的生命物質的見解，並討論科學研究是否能幫助人類了解.....