Annerley the midwives clinic

05/09/2025

Thought you might find this useful

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28/08/2025

Haha......

26/08/2025

Wait until you feel the urge to push.

Your cervix might be fully dilated, but the baby isn't putting pressure on your pelvic floor muscles.

Or maybe you are waiting for your epidural to wear off a bit.

Waiting will observe your energy and make the pushing part much easier.

25/08/2025

22/08/2025

RIP

Honoring Dr. Michel Odent (1930–2025)

We are deeply saddened by the passing of Dr. Michel Odent, a visionary who transformed how the world understands birth and breastfeeding.

✨ His gentle wisdom reminded us that mothers’ instincts matter, that birth can be respected, and that breastfeeding is part of a lifelong connection of love.

For decades, he worked closely with La Leche League, speaking at LLL gatherings and advising our LLLI Professional Advisory Board. He always affirmed the gentle continuum from birth to early breastfeeding.

Our hearts are with his family and loved ones. We are deeply grateful for their kindness in remembering La Leche League at this time, a gesture that beautifully reflects the values Dr. Odent dedicated his life to.



Photo: Michel Odent – portrait, via Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA)

21/08/2025

RSV..

https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Respiratory_syncytial_virus

21/08/2025

The cord around the baby's neck & body is NOT an emergency. We generally have a pretty good idea if it's more concerning if the Mum has a CTG monitor attached, as we notice different heart rate patterns with cord compression.

25/07/2025

It's a small world. I'm getting off the flight at Heathrow and I hear 'Sue'. Turn around and it's my first Annerley labour care client...10 years on. Funny old world!

12/07/2025

As it's Alcohol Awareness Week, today's is Alcohol and Breastfeeding.

Did you know? You don’t need to express breastmilk to remove alcohol from your system - it leaves your milk as it leaves your bloodstream.

You can have the occasional small drink while breastfeeding, but regular or heavy drinking (binge drinking) requires extra care to reduce your baby’s exposure.

Before drinking, think - who is the sober, responsible adult caring for your baby?

Some important reminders:

⭐If you’ve had any alcohol, do not bed share or fall asleep while holding your baby.

⭐If you’ve been drinking heavily, your baby should be cared for by someone who hasn’t had any alcohol.

⭐If you feel unwell, disoriented, or have vomited, you should not care for your baby alone. Make sure there’s a sober adult with your child.

⭐You can express for comfort and to maintain your supply - but it’s not necessary to “pump and dump” to remove alcohol from your breastmilk.

Find our Alcohol and Breastfeeding factsheet here:
http://breastfeedingnetwork.org.uk/factsheet/alcohol/

[ID: Alcohol and Breastfeeding. Two hands holding glasses of alcohol, clinking together.]

07/07/2025

We have a spare couple of seats left for our July 19th Express babies and Beyond class, with Sue.
This is a 1000-1600 class, with a 45 min lunch break, and covers the same information as our standard class, but in an express format!
Ideal for those who might have left it a bit late or have limited time.

Call Gloria on 239831558
or visit the website now to book
https://store.otandp.com/collections/maternity-classes/products/express-babies-beyond?variant=45602424848547