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Nurse marajane, Enugu (2025)

08/10/2025

‎One of my patients came into Labør feeling both excited and nervous. She had shared with me beforehand that she hoped to avoid unnecessary interventions if possible. Early in labør, her contractions began to feel overwhelming, and she started to tense up holding her breath and tightening her shoulders.
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‎I gently reminded her of the breathing framework we had practiced: slow, steady exhales to soften the body and give her utérus space to work. With each wave, she began focusing on her breath. I also suggested a few simple position changes leaning forward, using hands-and-knees, and side-lying when she needed rest. These shifts allowed her baby to descend more smoothly and helped her pëlvis stay open.
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‎Over the course of làbor, instead of needing continuous mêdical interventions to manage her progress, she was able to stay present and supported by her own body. When challenges came up, her breathing and positioning gave her tools to work through them.
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‎Breathing and positioning aren’t just comfort measures they are powerful frameworks that can make labor more efficient, reduce tension, and lower the likelihood of needing interventions. When we give our bodies the right tools, they often rise to the occasion.
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‎©️ Nurse marajane ❤️

07/10/2025

‎In early labor, your breathing does more than bring oxygen it sets the tone for your entire birth. The way you inhale and exhale can influence how calm, confident, and in control you feel as contractions build.
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‎When labor begins, your body naturally wants rhythm and reassurance. Breathing slowly and intentionally becomes your anchor. Each inhale signals safety. Each long exhale helps release tension. Together, they keep your mind steady and your body soft, allowing labor to progress more smoothly.
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‎Try this simple practice:
‎✨ Inhale gently through your nose.
‎✨ Exhale slowly through your mouth, longer than your inhale.
‎✨ Continue until you feel your shoulders drop and your body relax.
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‎Practicing now makes it second nature when labor starts. Remember your breath is always with you, ready to guide you through.
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‎©️ Nurse marajane ❤️

07/10/2025

Happy Birthday to my incredibly talented kid sister, 🧵🪡 a true creative genius and master of her craft.
‎Every outfit you see me wear that turns heads she made it! Her attention to detail and passion for fashion are second to none. Even her stunning birthday outfits were all her own creations!
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‎Please support her amazing work by patronizing her brand. She puts her heart into every design, and her talent truly speaks for itself.
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‎, may God bless the work of your hands and fill your life with joy, success, and fulfillment. I’m so proud of you, my darling sister.

©️ Nurse marajane ❤️

06/10/2025

The 3 Stages of Labour + Key Support Strategies for Each.

‎Stage 1: Early & Active Labour
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‎1. What Happens:
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‎2. Cervix dilates from 0–10 cm.
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‎3. Contractions become regular, stronger, and closer together.
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‎Support Strategies:
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‎1. Encourage movement (walking, swaying, position changes).
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‎2. Offer comfort measures (breathing techniques, massage, warm bath/shower).
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‎3. Provide reassurance, hydration, and light snacks if allowed.
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‎4. Create a calm environment (dim lights, music, essential oils if desired).
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‎Stage 2: Pushing & Birth
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‎What Happens:
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‎1. Baby moves down the birth canal.
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‎2. Ends with the birth of the baby.
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‎Support Strategies:
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‎1. Encourage different pushing positions (upright, side-lying, squatting).
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‎2. Provide continuous encouragement and reassurance.
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‎3. Offer cool cloths, sips of water, and breathing guidance.
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‎4. Remind them to rest between contractions when possible.
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‎ Stage 3: Placenta Delivery
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‎What Happens:
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‎1. Contractions continue to help expel the placenta.
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‎2. Usually lasts 5–30 minutes.

‎Support Strategies:
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‎1. Skin-to-skin contact to encourage bonding and oxytocin release.
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‎2. Keep the birthing parent warm and comfortable.
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‎3. Offer reassurance it’s normal to feel more contractions.
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‎4. Respect and support any chosen management method (active vs. physiological).
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‎©️ Nurse marajane ❤️

05/10/2025

‎Birth doesn’t just begin in the delivery room it begins with the daily systems you create throughout pregnancy.
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‎Every choice you make how you rest, the foods you nourish yourself with, the movement you practice, and the mindset you cultivate plays a role in how your body and mind prepare for labor. These small, consistent actions become the foundation for your birth experience.
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‎Think of pregnancy as training for one of the most important events of your life. Just like athletes prepare for a big race, your routines prepare you for the journey of labor and postpartum recovery.
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‎✨ Rest restores.
‎✨ Movement strengthens.
‎✨ Mindset empowers.
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‎Birth is not a single moment it’s a process shaped day by day.
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‎ Which daily habits have been most helpful for you during pregnancy? Shære below we’d love to hear!
©️ Nurse marajane ❤️

04/10/2025

‎Step 1: Nourish Your Body
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‎1. Eat balanced meals rich in protein, fiber, and healthy fats.
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‎2. Stay hydrated (aim for 8–10 glasses of water).
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‎3. Take prenatal vitamins as prescribed.
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‎Step 2: Move & Breathe
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‎1. Gentle activity: walking, stretching, or prenatal yoga (20–30 minutes).
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‎2. Practice breathing or relaxation techniques to reduce stress.
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‎3. Prioritize posture and safe core exercises to support your back.
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‎Step 3: Rest & Reflect
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‎1. Schedule rest or a short nap if needed.
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‎2. Practice mindfulness or journaling to connect with your pregnancy journey.
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‎3. Maintain a regular sleep routine (7–9 hours at night).
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‎©️ Nurse marajane ❤️

03/10/2025

‎One of my patients, when she first got pregnant, described the whole process as “like being dropped in the middle of a storm without an umbrella.” Every appointment felt overwhelming so many new terms, so many decisions, and the quiet fear that things would just “happen to her” instead of with her.
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‎When she started using a birth plan system, everything shifted. Instead of staring at a blank page or Googling at 2 a.m., she had a clear framework that guided her through the important choices pa!n management preferences, who she wanted in the room, how she wanted to approach interventions, even pøstpàrtum care.
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‎She once told me, “I don’t even know what to ask the doctor.” But before long, she was walking into her appointments with confidence, a list of questions, and a plan that reflected her voice. On the day of her baby’s birth, she wasn’t rigid about every detail going perfectly but she was calm, clear, and part of the decision-making every step of the way.
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‎Afterwards, she told me:
‎I didn’t feel like things just happened to me. I felt like I was leading my own experience.
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‎That’s the power of a birth plan system it transforms overwhelm into ownership.
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‎©️ Nurse marajane ❤️

02/10/2025

‎THE 4 PILLARS OF ANTENATAL PREPARATION
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‎1. Body
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‎👉Building physical resilience for pregnancy, birth, and recovery
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‎👉Movement & exercise (yoga, pilates, walking, strength)
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‎👉Nutrition & hydration
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‎👉Rest & sleep hygiene
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‎2. Mind
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‎👉Understanding the birth process & evidence-based knowledge
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‎👉Stress management, mindfulness, and relaxation
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‎👉Building confidence and positive mindset
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‎👉Coping tools for labor (visualizations, affirmations, breathing)
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‎3. Partner
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‎👉Shared understanding of roles in labør & pøstpàrtum
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‎👉Communication tools for support
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‎👉Practical prep: birth plan, logistics, packing hospital bag
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‎👉Emotional support & advocacy
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‎4. Environment
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‎👉Creating a safe, calm birth space (at home or hospital)
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‎👉Lighting, scents, sounds, comfort tools
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‎👉Supportive birth team & caregivers
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‎👉Minimizing interventions unless necessary
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‎Together, these pillars help parents feel prepared, empowered, and supported going into birth.
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‎©️ Nurse marajane ❤️
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01/10/2025

90% of labøur stress can be reduced before contractions even start.
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‎That’s because so much of the overwhelm comes from uncertainty and last-minute decision-making.
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‎ An antenatal checklist system helps you:
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‎1. Prepare your b!rth preferences
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‎2. Get your hospital bag ready
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‎3. Stay on top of key appointments
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‎4. Feel confident and in control
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‎When your body goes into labour, your mind can focus on what matters most: welcoming your baby.

©️ Nurse marajane ❤️

29/09/2025

WATER BIRTH VS. TRADITIONAL BIRTH: PROS & CONS‎

‎👉WATER BIRTH
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‎PROS
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‎1. Provides a soothing, calming environment
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‎2. Warm water may reduce pa!n and need for medicåtion
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‎3. Can lower strêss and bløød prêssüre
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‎4. Buoyancy helps with mobility during làbor
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‎CONS
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‎1. Limited access to mêdical intervention while in water
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‎2. R!sk of infëctions if water isn’t properly maintained
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‎3. Not suitable for high-r!sk pregnancies (e.g., breech, multiples, complica6tions)
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‎4. Some hospitals/birth centers may not offer it
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‎ 👉TRADITIONAL (LAND) BIRTH
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‎PROS
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‎1. Immediate access to mêdical support & interventions
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‎2. Suitable for all pregnancy types (including high-r!sk)
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‎3. Easier monitoring of baby’s heart rate and maternal vitals
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‎4. Epidüral and pa!n relief options more readily available
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‎CONS
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‎1. May feel less natural or more clinical
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‎2. Higher likelihood of interventions (Indüctions, C-section, episiotōmy)
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‎3. Laboring positions may be more restricted
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‎4. Environment can feel strèssful or intimidating
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‎👉Water birth is often chosen for comfort and a natural approach (ideal for low-risk pregnancies).
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‎👉Traditional birth offers the most medical safety net (essential for moderate- to high-r!sk situations).
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‎©️ Nurse marajane ❤️

29/09/2025

BENEFITS OF DELÅYED CØRD CLÃMPING
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‎when the umbilical cord is not clamped immediately after birth, usually delayed for 30–60 seconds or longer:
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‎For the baby:
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‎1. Increased blood volume – up to 30% more blood transfers from the placenta to the newborn.
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‎2. Higher iron stores – helps prevent anemia during infancy and supports brain development.
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‎3.Improved oxygen delivery – the extra red bløød cells carry more oxygen to tissues and organs.
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‎4. Smoother transition – gives the baby more time to adapt from placental to independent breathing.
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‎5. Better circulation & bløød prêssüre – helps stabilize the newborn’s cardiovascular system.
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‎6. Particularly beneficial for preterm infants – reduces r!sk of intraventricular hemørrhagë (brain blëëds) and necrotizing enterocolitis (serious intestinal issue).
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‎For the mothers:
‎ No increased r!sk of postpartum hemorrhage with standard delayed cord clamping (according to research).
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‎ ©️ Nurse marajane ❤️

28/09/2025

Why Every Contraction Has a Purpose
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‎Contractions aren’t just painful they’re powerful. Each one plays a role in preparing the body and baby for birth:
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‎1. Early Labor – Contractions help soften and thin (efface) the cervix, getting it ready to open.
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‎2. Active Labor – They dilate the cervix, gradually opening it so baby can descend.
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‎3. Transition – The most intense contractions finish dilating the cervix to 10 cm.
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‎4. Pushing Stage – Contractions guide baby down the birth canal and out into the world.
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‎5. After Birth – Contractions help deliver the placenta and reduce bleeding.
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‎Every wave brings progress your body knows exactly what it’s doing.
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‎©️ Nurse marajane ❤️

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