Finding the right antenatal course can be a challenge, especially one that feels truly welcoming, practical, and community-focused. That’s why we created Connected Parents, an evening antenatal course in Ramsey designed to bring expectant parents together in a warm, relaxed environment. Hosted in the same cosy venue as Maddie’s Miracle breastfeeding support group, with its comfortable sofas and home-from-home feel, this course blends evidence-based information with creative activities and real connection. Whether it’s your first baby or your fourth, Connected Parents is here to help you feel informed, confident, and supported on your journey to birth and beyond. Join us and be part of something special!

One of the biggest fears about labour is pain—how much of it, how long it lasts, and whether it can be managed. But here’s something that might surprise you: much of labour isn’t actually spent in pain at all. In an average eight-hour labour, contractions only take up around 23% of the total time, and the most intense moments make up just 7.7%—that’s only about 37 minutes of peak intensity.

With this in mind, preparing for labour isn’t about bracing for hours of pain, but rather learning how to ride the waves and make the most of the calm moments. Hypnobirthing, rebozo techniques, massage, acupressure, and aromatherapy are just some of the tools that can help. And for continuous, in-the-moment support, a doula can be an invaluable presence.

Understanding how your body works and what can help you feel more in control is a game-changer. The more informed and prepared you are, the more confident you’ll feel going into birth. So, how much of your labour will be pain-free? More than you might think.

Doula support is about you—your choices, your journey, your birth. With personalised care, practical tools, and unwavering support, I’ll help you prepare for birth with confidence and calm, ensuring your experience is truly your own.

It is something that comes up time and time again when talking to parents about making choices about their maternity care: It goes something like this...

Mum: I know that I could have done, but I didn't email the Head of Midwifery asking her to grant permission for me to use the pool for my VBAC because I didn't want to be 'that' person, I didn't want to ruffle any feathers ahead of my birth and then be treated differently because of it.

insert any reason here

When numbers and charts enter the realm of maternity care, they can shape your pregnancy and birth experience far more than you might expect. We are not machines, and treating our bodies as such—through constant measurements—doesn’t always make sense. Though metrics like growth scans, bump measurements, and CTG readings are offered to track progress, it’s essential to consider how much they truly serve you. After all, pregnancy is a deeply personal journey that extends beyond what can be quantified on a chart.