Bump & Beyond: The Blog

I receive this question often ... "I'm worried about - insert symptom here - but my healthcare provider has said its normal, What do I do?" Just because a pregnancy symptoms is normal or common does not mean you have to suffer. I take you through ways to advocate for yourself during pregnancy, especially if you are worried.

Inside the brain of a mum with a newborn. If a million thoughts are running through your mind, you are NOT alone. I take you through some ways to help calm your mind and ways to find more support in the postpartum period.

Due dates are calculated by your last period date and sometimes adjusted based on ultrasound results. We talk about the stress and pressure that comes with reaching the 40 week mark in pregnancy. Is your due date even important? Let's chat about it.

Prioritising your recovery is really important in the first few weeks after giving birth. I give you tips from a midwife to help you heal after a vaginal birth.

Navigating night time with a newborn can be really challenging. The anxiety starts to creep in as the sun sets and it can feel really lonely. In this blog I talk about ways to ease that bedtime anxiety.

Babywearing is a game changer! It helps to settle your baby, promotes bonding and some hands-free time. With wraps, slings and carriers becoming more popular, its important to know how to babywear safely.

When should I announce my pregnancy? Let's talk about the 12 week rule and what it actually means. There is no right or wrong time to share the news but this blog can help you work out what the right time is for you.

As a new mum, I got a lot of advice - some of it helpful, and some... not so much! I’m a firm believer in taking what works for you and leaving what doesn’t. These three pieces of advice made a huge difference in my early parenting journey, and I still use them every single day

Birth balls are for so much more than bouncing! In this blog I talk about all the ways a birth ball can support your pregnancy and birth experience. How to relieve pain and help baby into the best position for birth.

Practical tips to set your partner up for success during the postpartum period. Postpartum is a major life adjustment and having support can make it much easier.

Sometimes pregnancy just sucks! It isn't always sunshine and rainbows and this blog normalises not loving every second of pregnancy.

Pregnancy is an incredible journey, and knowing what to expect along the way can help you feel more prepared and empowered. Here’s a checklist to help you through the first trimester - so you can stay on top of everything, one step at a time.