I have been absolutely swamped with enquiries for homebirth lately and unfortunately it’s not something I am able to offer at this time. So I thought I’d put a post together of all the information and resources I have been suggesting to women. If you are in Port Macquarie, unfortunately (for us) our local homebirth …
My pregnancy with baby number two was similar to the first in some ways, but varied greatly in other ways. This baby was very much planned and wanted and once we decided we were ready for another, we were very fortunate to fall pregnant quickly. We were thrilled but kept the news to ourselves for …
Helpful Pregnancy Resources I am often asked for my book and resource recommendations during pregnancy so I thought I’d compile a list of my favourites. These resources have been so helpful to me in my career as a Midwife and also as a Mother. They are in no particular order or significance and please know …
In hindsight (now knowing her personality) Lilah Grace came to us in the only way she knew how – with full force and an intensity only she could muster. Looking back, it was the most perfectly timed entrance that she could have made. I had a great pregnancy; I felt strong and healthy, ate well, …
Hello there! Welcome to Mid North Midwifery – I’m so glad you’re here and I’d love to tell you about myself. I am a Registered Midwife with over a decade of experience working with Mothers, Babies and Families. All of that time has been spent working within the hospital system, in a variety of areas …
Acuneedling is simply acupuncture administered by a Midwife during pregnancy, birth and the early postpartum period. Acuneedling is a safe, gentle and effective treatment which has been used within Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) for thousands of years. I first discovered this treatment in my second pregnancy when I was suffering with headaches and migraines. After …
What on earth is a TENS Machine? A TENS (Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve stimulation) machine is a method of pain relief using a mild electrical current. TENS machines can be used for many different types of pain, but they are especially helpful for labour pain. I was introduced to TENS for pain relief during my Midwifery …
