Birthed With Love

10/20/2023

Welcome to the world Ellie ♥️

08/11/2023

Did you know that a mother's touch can have a powerful impact on her child's wellbeing? ❤️ Research shows that babies who receive loving, nurturing touch are more likely to thrive and develop into happy, healthy adults. As a doula, I know just how important it is to provide mothers with the support and guidance they need to build strong bonds with their babies. 🤝

Have you experienced the power of a mother's touch? Share your thoughts in the comments below! 👇🏼 And if you or someone you know is looking for support during pregnancy, birth, or postpartum, I am here to help. Send mr a message to learn more about my doula services. 💕

08/08/2023

Did you know around 20%-30% of babies are born with the cord wrapped around their neck? Contrary to what many believe, it is generally not harmful to the baby. Check out this post!

🌿 Nuchal Cord 🌿
This image is absolutely outstanding!
I know what you are thinking though, that cord around the neck...

A high percentage of babies are born with the cord wrapped around their neck, known as a nuchal cord, perhaps as much as 1 in 3. Many people assume that this has a detrimental effect to the baby, but this isn't generally thecase.

You see, a baby doesn't breathe like we do, whilst in the womb. They don't rely on air entry through their mouth and into their lungs. All of their oxygen and blood supply comes via the cord. Therefore, if the cord is wrapped around the neck, it doesn't effect gas exchange. The baby cannot really be strangled by the cord.

Yes, if the cord is tight around the neck, it can be squeezed during a contractions/surge and this can momentarily occlude oxygen and blood from passing to the baby, but in general this effect is no different than if the cord wasn't around the neck.

A potential, rare issue it could create is if the cord is very short and also wrapped around your baby, this could prevent them from being able to move down the birth canal effectively. Sort of like dangling something on a rope, that you just can't reach!

Babies are birthed through the cord or it can be slipped over the head once the head is born. Rarely, if the cord was very tight and the baby was unable to be born through it, it may need to be cut before the body is born.

Our bodies were made for this and the cord is super clever in the way it provides for your baby.
Repost Shari Criso RN, CNM, IBCLC
(📸 Townsville Birth Photographer - Lauren + Douglas Birth)

08/07/2023

Nothing in the world compares to this feeling… Meeting your baby for the first time. The immediate relief. The happiness. The exhaustion. The love. The feeling of “I can’t believe I just did that!”. And in this case, finding out you have a sweet baby girl 🥰

08/04/2023

Kissing your baby changes your breast milk. Did you know that the undeniable urge to cover your baby in kisses serves a biological purpose? When a mother kisses her baby, she samples the pathogens on baby’s face, which then travel to mom’s lymphatic system. Mom’s body then creates antibodies to fight those pathogens, which baby receives through breast milk. What?! Amazing, right?

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💫 📸: Dusktildawnphotography

08/04/2023

The strength and determination I witnessed this last week, was nothing short of amazing. Women are truly incredible! ♥️

08/03/2023

Welcome to the world sweet baby George 💙😍

02/04/2023

Beautiful breastfeeding drawing of my daughter, done by Thank you so much! Such a nice keepsake 🥰

11/04/2022