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25.01.2022 #challengeaccepted #blackandwhite #photochallenge #2020 Thanks @designedbyflorence

24.01.2022 #happyfathersday #2020 A first for many! Wishing you all many more Fathers days and parents days to come. . . .... #happyfathersday2020 #fathersday #fathersday2020 #firstfathersday #sydney #sydneydoula #birthsupport #birthdoula See more

24.01.2022 A TENS machine is a non-pharmacological form of pain relief that consists of a unit that which sends mild electrical impulses through to 4 pads that you stick on your lower back. It takes advantage of a physiological phenomenon called the gate control theory of pain. The idea is that non painful sensations (like the buzzing of a TENS machine) can interfere with painful sensations (like back labour) and so if you buzz your TENS machine when you are having a contraction, your... brain will focus on that sensation rather than on the intensity of the contraction. It is also thought that TENS machines actually help you produce extra endorphins. And many women like using a TENS machine as they find that it gives them a sense of control and something to focus on. You can use it at throughout labour, at home, at the hospital, for an induction...it can't be used in the water but other than that, you can use it whenever and wherever you want! Did you use a TENS machine during birth? How did you find it? . . . Repost @motherdownunder Photo via @birthuncensored . #tens #tensmachine #labour #birth #painrelief #contractions #doula #doulasupport #birthsupport #labourtens See more

23.01.2022 Last opportunity to be a part of the Birth in the Time of COVID-19 study #BITTOC. We will be closing the survey in the next couple of weeks. Remember if it is t...oo much all in one sitting you have a week to come back to the same place you left off for one week if using the same device. Please share widely! Are you pregnant OR have given birth since March 2020 (during the COVID-19 pandemic in Australia) AND are you willing to share your experience by completing this survey: https://surveyswesternsydney.au1.qualtrics.com//SV_8A1eQ6p Hannah Dahlen and her research team are conducting a research project (through Western Sydney University) into womens experiences of being pregnant, giving birth and parenting during the COVID-19 pandemic in Australia. We have already conducted in-depth interviews and we are keen to learn more by releasing this survey. It takes approximately 30 minutes to complete. Follow the link and add your voice to this study OR pass this on through your Facebook networks. All completed surveys where an email address has been provided will be entered into a raffle where 100 women will receive a $30 voucher

23.01.2022 One of my favourite things when supporting women and couples as a Doula at their birth, is meeting with them again after their birth to debrief their experience. This Mumma is amazing and totally rocked her vbac! She feels she made informed decisions that helped her to have the best possible birthing experience. It was truly my pleasure to be there for her and welcome this gorgeous not-so-little bubba into the world . . . #birth #birthdebrief #birthdiscussion #vbac #doula #vbacdoula #birthdoula #postpartum #postpartumdoula #postnatal #feelgreat #bigbaby #sydneydoula #doulainsydney #birthsupport #informeddecisions #informeddecisionmaking #positivebirth #mumma #gomumma

23.01.2022 Love this post - for all the mamas with challenging nights, lack of sleep - you got this!

22.01.2022 Im a big fan of Dr Bisits. Hes not only helped me personally with my VBAC journey, and several of my doula clients to have better experiences, but also women in general. Hes amazing and we need more OBs like him

22.01.2022 Some babies will sleep through anything! Isn’t this little one gorgeous #8daysold . . . #sydneydoula #doulasydney #birthdoula #postpartumdoula #birthdoulasydney #sydneybirthdoula

20.01.2022 Hmmm ... whatcha thinking about little one? I love how newborns often look so deep in thought! Lifting her head to stretch and practise while in semi tummy time on mummas chest . . . #postpartum #postpartumdoula #birthdoula #birthsupoort #birthsupport #followup #newbornsnuggles #tummytime #stretching #deepinthought #beautifulbaby #babygirl #gorgeouslittleone #hmmm

20.01.2022 Look at this! Womens bodies are amazing!

19.01.2022 Considering baby massage? Check out this class by Mel at Bodybright

19.01.2022 Very interesting. Researchers found: All 120 babies were negative for coronavirus at birth when tested using nasal swabs. 82 were checked again a week later and all were negative. Most of these babies (68) had shared a room with their mothers and more than three-quarters were being breastfed.... 72 babies were tested a fortnight after birth and found to be negative. See more

16.01.2022 Isn't it just incredible how babies bodies are formed perfectly for birth? The fontanelles you can so clearly see on this sweet babes head allows the bony plat...es of their not yet sutured skull to shift during birth to allow their head to pass through the birth canal. Everything is normally back to it's normal placement within 3-5 days. Fontanelles are normally closed by 24 months. See more

15.01.2022 Think close to term is near enough? A babys brain at 35 weeks only weighs two-thirds of what it will weigh at 40 weeks. New research has shown a trend towards ...PLANNED births occurring earlier than 40 weeks is associated with short, medium and long-term risks for the baby. View the article by leading maternal fetal medicine specialist, Prof Jonathan Morris, in the 2020 edition of The Whole Nine Months Magazine here: https://tinyurl.com/y8yxbqoq #pretermbirth #thewholeninemonths #premmie #everyweekcounts #pretermbirthalliance #APBPA

14.01.2022 Welcome to the world little one! And congratulations mumma on rocking your birth! Seriously you’re amazing! So intense... You did it! #noepidural just as you wanted It’s so important to choose your team to feel well supported at your birth and during the postpartum. It can totally change your perception and help you look back afterwards feeling like it was the most positive experience possible. Every woman should feel powerful after her birth!! . .... . #doula #sydneydoula #birth #birthdoula #naturalbirth #newborn #dreamteam #thebestteam #bestteamever #gomumma #yougotthis #welldone #postpartumdoula #birthsupport #birthsupportteam #mgp #mgpprogram #rhw See more

13.01.2022 9 years ago today we shared this 13 week old #ultrasound image of our now 8 year old #son Zac. He’s growing up to be a kind, caring, considerate, compassionate, intelligent, talented, happy, and all-round wonderful young man. Thanks Facebook for the #memories . . .... #baby #babyboy #growingup #youngman #8yearsold #9yearoldboy #memoriesbringbackmemories #thanksforthememories #pregnant #pregnancy #pregnancyultrasound #nipt #13weeks #13weekspregnant See more

13.01.2022 Cosleeping and more specifically bedsharing is often frowned upon, discussed in hushed tones at coffee groups and not mentioned to health professionals for fear... of being lectured or told off. But by not talking about safe bedsharing, there are many instances of unsafe sleep with babies, on couches, with adults who are impaired by substances or who are smokers or who are extremely sleep deprived. So here's some articles about bedsharing and co-sleeping.... THE CUDDLE CURL https://bit.ly/2O8x1ZT 8 THINGS IVE LEARNED IN 4 YEARS OF BEDSHARING https://bit.ly/2riGSVs MY BABY IS AWESOME! SHE WAKES OFTEN AND FEEDS MOST OF THE NIGHT https://bit.ly/2T7KDsG BABIES NEED TO SLEEP WITH SOMEONE https://bit.ly/2QY45XH HERES HOW TO HELP YOUR CHILD SLEEP (NO SLEEP TRAINING REQUIRED!) https://bit.ly/33M6RSo IS IT HEALTHY AND SAFE FOR BABIES TO SLEEP ALONE? https://bit.ly/2E8gfW8 Tocaya por Ale Favoretti . . For support in your gentle parenting journey get your copy of the new Winter Issue 39 of The Natural Parent Magazine https://linktr.ee/TheNaturalParentMagazine

13.01.2022 Did you know there are so many layers to get to our babies? What is the role of a Doula in a Caesarean Birth? It's still very important and here is why... The spirit of Doula support encompasses mothering the mother. Not only will your doula prepare you for the sights, the policies & the procedures of this kind of birth, whether elective or emergency, but she remembers this is happening to you & you still need loving attention. ... A C-Section birth takes place in theatre, but a doula has introduced you prenatally to the idea of a Gentle Caesarean. Mum and Dad May have asked their caregivers to incorporate some personal wishes because of this. Sometimes your doula is right there with you, letting you know whats going on at each step. Other times, Dad is by the woman's side to welcome your child into the world. While you're in recovery for 1-2 hours, your baby (usually) is with dad & your doula is there to help him. Breastfeeding support can start as soon as you are back. Your doula will help you find comfortable ways to hold your baby. Postnataly, mumma still needs that support around the home, someone to share her birth story & often times flip through pictures that you asked your doula to take. Whether you have planned your #Caesarean or it is chosen during the course of labour, your #doula helps you plan for the possibility & above all remembers that this is the day you welcome your baby into this world. She remembers that it is special & you need her love & support. . #Repost @the.birth.space & @jade_andher_babes #birthdoula #sydneydoula #cesareansupport #askmehow #getintouch #linkinbio www.essentialme.com.au #hereforyou #pregnant2020 #pregnant2021 #due2020 #due2021 #birthsupport #birthteam #birthsupportteam #evenwithcovid See more

12.01.2022 Look who I got to hang out with today. All 2.2kg of deliciousness! #lovemyjob as a #birth and #postpartum #doula . . . #postpartumdoula #postnatal #postnataldoula #sydneydoula #birthsupport #iugr #iugrbaby #iugrbabythriving #thebestjob #doulainsydney #askmehow #helpathome

12.01.2022 Did you know... Scientists have found fetal cells in scar tissues, specifically scars left by c-sections. These cells make collagen. So, the ...baby could actually be helping the mom recover after birth by repairing her wound. The cells your baby leaves behind will be with you forever. : @the_pettylife #oatmama #mothertogether #yougotthis #cesareanbirth #newmum #postpartumrecovery

11.01.2022 I dont agree. That we can fill stadiums with fans to watch a ball be thrown... but Fathers are barred from appointments. I dont agree that we can gather in gr...eat numbers at a pub...but not gather to celebrate birth. I dont agree, that with the right self provided PPE, women cant have their mothers, sisters, photographers, videographers or friends by their side as they journey into motherhood. Our bodies. Our journey. Our choice. Always. Defend it. Push for it. Make noise about it. Birth isnt medical, its spiritual See more

11.01.2022 Its not fair! I truly cant believe that water is off limits... Women will now be going without, courtesy of non-evidence based obstetric instruction.

11.01.2022 It's National Rainbow Baby Day! A Rainbow Baby is a child born to a family who have previously lost a child due to #miscarriage, #stillbirth or #death during infancy. These subsequent pregnancies can bring "strong feelings of anxiety, guilt, and even fear" but also "immense joy, reflection, healing, and mixed emotions". The term "rainbow" is symbolic of the hope brought by the child after the storm of the previous #loss.... This special celebration is a way for mothers across the country to share their experiences, grieve, reflect, and most importantly, celebrate the joy and love for their beautiful Rainbow Babies. Do you have a Rainbow Baby? #repost @mybabyexperts #rainbowbaby #rainbowbaby #rainbow #doula #sydney #doulasydney #sydneydoula #birthsupport #birthdoula

11.01.2022 If you're pregnant and having a hospital birth COVID19 does not give providers permission to strip you of your rights. 1. You do NOT have to be tested. Period.... You don't have to explain why, and you don't need any kind of excuse. 2. They CANNOT take your baby from you if you refuse to be tested. 3. They CANNOT take your baby if you test positive for COVID. *Both the WHO & RCOG strongly recommend keeping mother and baby together, even if mom tests positively. You can show this resource to your provider if they say otherwise: WHO- https://www.who.int//clinical-management-of-severe-acute-r RCOG- https://www.rcog.org.uk//covid-19-virus-infection-and-pr/ 4. There is NO known medical reason to stop breastfeeding if you test positive. Current research shows no evidence of the illness being transmitted via breast milk. Breast milk does however have valuable antibodies to build your baby's immune system. If you planned to breastfeed, it is still recommended by the WHO. WHO link about COVID & breast feeding- https://www.who.int//com/detail/breastfeeding-and-covid-19 CDC link about COVID & breast feeding- https://www.cdc.gov//need-ex/pregnancy-breastfeeding.html 5. They CANNOT make you wear a mask while laboring/pushing. You can voice that you are uncomfortable, and take it off. YOU get to decide what you consent to, COVID does not change that. https://evidencebasedbirth.com/covid19/ This has A TON of evidence based links and info. Evidence Based Birth is a very solid source of information. - https://www.who.int//clinical-management-of-severe-acute-r

11.01.2022 Another beautiful google review written by an amazing birthing doula client. While their birth certainly didnt go to plan, with a long labour and a baby in a posterior and asynclitic head position, we tried every tool and trick in my kit, and both mum and her partner were able to look back and say we gave everything a go, and tried our best, and this was a necessary cesarean. I strive to work with couples to ensure they look back without regret. In this way, no matter what... happens, birth will be the most positive and empowered experience it can possibly be. . Do you want this for your #birth ?? Please get in touch and see how I can best support you #physically #emotionally #informatively and if necessary with #covid - #virtually www.essentialme.com.au . . . #doula #birthsupport #sydneydoula #birthdoula #antenatal #pregnancy #pregnant2020 #due2021 #doulasupport #betterbirth #empoweredbirth #positivebirth #googlereview #clienttestimonial See more

10.01.2022 Sometimes when there is nothing else to suck on, you find your bottom lip! . . . #swaddle #bottomlip #newborn #newbornswaddle #doula #birthdoula #postpartumdoula #birthandpostpartumdoula #sydneydoula #newborncare #newbornbaby #pregnant2020 #expecting2021 #pregnant2020 #helpathome #mothering #motheringthemother

09.01.2022 Check out these gorgeous miniature #birthingdolls I won in a competition run by @miliasimielli - I just LOVE them!! . . . #birth #birthing #dolls #family #newfamily #support #birthsupport #supportingfamilies #sydney #sydneydoula #doulasydney #sydneybirthsupport #getadoula @ Bondi Junction

08.01.2022 For those told they have a big baby...

08.01.2022 Recently I supported this amazing mum with her birth, and when she asked me to come in to the hospital to meet her, she asked if I could braid her hair. The answer was a big YES!!! Of course - it’s a beautiful way to pamper someone in labour... and as I have 2 boys I don’t get to put my amateur hair dresser skills to use very often . . .... #hairdresser #braid #birth #birthsupport #birthdoula #sydneydoula #hairstyle #pamper #pamperme See more

08.01.2022 *shared post* Hi Mums, Are you searching for some sister-hood in your mother-hood Do you feel a bit meh about your current mothers group Or are you simply craving a sounding board and extra support in your adjustment to Motherhood ... Come and join our online Mums Support Group with The Parents Village Mums Plugged In starting on Wednesday August 19th. This program is more than just Baby Talk, It's about You and for You. And its open to all Aussie mums with babies aged 0-12 months. Please Tag and Share with any new mamas who might be interested. Psychologist led - Mums Plugged In runs over 8 weekly Zoom sessions along with a closed Facebook group for ongoing Q&A. It is a safe space to share your experiences of Motherhood, to vent, ask questions, learn new skills and strategies, as well as support each other in a relaxed, nurturing environment. Each week a new topic is gently threaded into our conversations ranging from: Postnatal recovery and self-care Relationship and identity shifts Attachment, bonding and newborn care Mindset and mental health and wellbeing Mother guilt.and so much more. We also have wonderful guest speakers who join us on occasion to focus on your specific needs and interests. In our previous mothers groups we have had the pleasure of learning from: sleep and settling specialists -Beth Barclay from Mothercraft for Babies and Shae Cox from Sleep Play Love, Renee Mitrani Paediatric Nutritionist from Dandelion Nutrition, and Cecile Parain Osteopath from Bulb Osteopathy. Currently offered at the special rate of just $15 per group session, the cost for this therapeutic support group is a steal and will be a much needed sanity saver for many! For friends or family of struggling New Mums and particularly those in lock down in Melbourne, this could be a perfect gift to help them along. Register now at: https://www.theparentsvillage.com.au//mums-plugged-in-vir/

07.01.2022 Review just received today on google Amanda recently supported me through the birth of my first child in December. It is without hesitation that I say she was imperative to my journey and birthing experience in that she filled a human requirement not offered by my hospital of midwifery group. Her nurturing support through my natural, physiological birth was crucial to my mental and physical well being. I kept thinking how even if she coached my partner on the... ins and outs of her role in the labour suite, there is no way he would have been able to do what she did! Will most definitely be seeing her at the next birth. x . . . #googlereview #clientreview #review #testimonial #clienttestimonial #fivestars #5stars #doula #birthdoula #birthsupport #sydneydoula #sydneybirthdoula See more

07.01.2022 Part of my focus with postpartum mums is ensuring their needs are met

06.01.2022 Great way to entertain your little ones

06.01.2022 Have a wonderful Christmas and New Year everyone Check out this gorgeous wreath a client made herself for her front door. . .... . #merrychristmas #happynewyear #homemadewreath See more

06.01.2022 Just sharing this photo from today of my boys - tried to get a photo of us all smiling and this was the best one... Sometimes living an on call life makes it tricky to enjoy time as a family - it’s important to make the most of the celebrations when we can. Today we had a big lunch to celebrate my niece’s first birthday. The kids were wild! #thisisus #myboys #photooftheday #family #familyphoto #doulalife #birthdayparty #celebrate #celebratewhenyoucan #enjoylife #enjoythelittlethings #doula #doulalifestyle #sydneydoula #birthdoula #birthsupport

06.01.2022 Just got home from supporting my last birthing Doula client due this year. I love the decorations the hospital were putting up. It wasn’t there when I walked in, and was there when I walked out! . . . #lastone #lastonefortheyear #hello2021 #goodbye2020 #christmastree #christmasdecor #christmasiscoming #endoftheyear #offcall #doulalife #birthdoula #birthsupport #birthdoulasupport #sydneydoula #doulasupport #hospitalbirth

05.01.2022 The BEST day!!! Heres a sneak peak of things to come If youre looking for a videographer definitely get in touch with Eden from Zoom In With Eden

04.01.2022 What a ridiculous ban! Not at all evidence based... please dont take away water, its one of the few natural pain relief tools in labour...

03.01.2022 Happy breastfeeding week!

03.01.2022 This outcome of #mum reflecting that she wouldnt change a thing, to feel empowered and confident, is what motivates me to be the #Doula I am. . #googlereview I started talking to Amanda to be our doula for the birth of my second child and straight away I felt safe and supported. I can not rave enough about how positive (and different) the birth of my second baby was and in large part that was having Amandas help and guidance. I would not do anything different with the p...regnancy and delivery. She made me feel secure I had a person I could share my pregnancy and postnatal concerns with. She was such an asset during the birth. My husband loved having the support person to call and while he was with the baby she was able to support me in procedures after birth. I felt that she was part of my team and I had the best type of cheerleader. She was a wonderful person to debrief with postnatally and gave me beautiful perspective into my birth that I am very grateful for. She gave me different ideas and information and let me make my own decisions about what I felt comfortable with and I never felt that I was being pressured or told. She helped me feel empowered and confident and making the right decisions for me at the time. For all parts of my pregnancy, birth and postnatal journey she cared for me and my family in a holistic way and I would recommend her greatly. . . . #googlereviews #review #clientreview #testimonial #clienttestimonial #appreciation #birthdoula #birthdoulas #birthdoulasydney #sydneydoula #doulasydney #honoured #motivated #confident #empowered #empoweredwomen #betterbirth See more

03.01.2022 How lucky am I that I get to call this work! In a postnatal session yesterday, I held this gorgeous bubba so mum could have a sleep. I also prepared some snacks for her like a full tub of chopped carrot and celery sticks to dip in hummus as a nutritious snack. . . . #doula #postpartum #postpartumdoula #holdingababy #letmumsleep #helping #helpingmum #givingmum #sleep #newborn #birthdoula #birthsupport #lovemyjob #sydney #sydneydoula #doulainsydney

03.01.2022 Wait for white

03.01.2022 Had a big day today with a doula interview and 2 postpartum sessions! With this mama today we made lactation cookies. She was having concerns about supply so I bought the ingredients on the way - including #brewersyeast - and made them when I got there. Thanks to the dad who snapped this pic of us - sharing with mum’s permission (and actually at her suggestions!) . . . #lactation #lactationcookies #doula #sydneydoula #postpartumdoula #birthdoula #sydneybirthdoula #cookies #breastfeeding #breastfeedingsupport #supply #milksupply #getintouch

02.01.2022 Google 5 review left today This Mum approached her challenging, somewhat unexpected delivery with such determination and poise, and should be so proud of herself! She and her partner are such an awesome team and it was wonderful to be able to be there for them in any way I could. . I reached out to Amanda to come along the birthing journey so my partner and I could feel confident that we were receiving the guidance and information (plus a kind, no nonsense approach)... we wanted as first time parents. Every step of the way, Amanda supported us well and truly beyond our expectations. We were curious about homebirth, and landed on the decision to move forward with it with help and consultation with Amanda, and her experience in supporting other homebirths. But when our baby decided she was too cosy in there and I was induced at 42 weeks, Amanda effortlessly transitioned her part in the birth plan we had for homebirth to hospital birth. She also provided a truly appreciated sounding board when I had a challenging, somewhat unexpected delivery. The advocacy and 101 tips, tricks and encouragement she offered both myself and my partner during labour will stick with me forever. She truly lives and breathes her passion for supported birth. Thank you Amanda . #sydneydoula #birthdoula #birthsupport #homebirth #hospitalbirth #naturalbirth #naturalbirthing #cesareanbirth #csectionbirth #birth #doulareview #googlereview #googlereviews See more

02.01.2022 Yesterday I was able to accompany this gorgeous doula client to her antenatal ultrasound. She’s pregnant with #mcda #twins (which means they share a placenta) and requires regular ultrasounds to check the babies are growing at a relatively equal rate (amongst other things). I’m very excited to support her birth which will hopefully be later than sooner . . .... #twinsisters #doula #twindoula #twinsdoula #sydneydoula #birthdoula #birthsupport #birthteam #pregnancy #pregnancyjourney #ultrasound #pregnancyultrasound #scan #feelsupported #yougotthismumma See more

02.01.2022 HAPPY WORLD DOULA DAY Today marks the beginning of International Doula Week. Celebrating all Doulas around the world today, all who support the pregnancy, birth & postpartum rite of passage for families. . .... . #worlddoulaweek #doulasrock #doula #doulas #doulasydney #sydneydoula #australiandoula #australiandoulas #birth #postpartum #pregnancy #perinatal #postnatal #internationaldoula See more

01.01.2022 Beautiful illustrations of how the cervix moves out the way to add volume to the fundus

01.01.2022 Very interesting statistics!

01.01.2022 Love this It’s how I feel about the entire birthing community. Let’s rise together