The stage prior to becoming pregnant is called βpreconceptionβ.
The health, nutrition and lifestyle of you and your family before conception is important not only for pregnancy outcomes but also for the lifelong health of your children and even the next generation. In addition, childbearing individuals with more complex health needs should consider appropriate planning to ensure optimum health prior to pregnancy if possible.
Your body & becoming pregnant
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Factsheet: Understanding and Managing Heavy Menstrual Bleeding (HMB)
Factsheet- Pregnancy Myths Debunked: Separating Fact from Fiction
Book Review: Training for Two: Safe and Smart Prenatal Exercises for a Smoother Pregnancy, Easier Birth, and Healthier Newborn by Gina Conley
Freeflow- Handling Challenges: Dealing with Constipation, Refusal, and Other Concerns During Weaning
Factsheet- Winter Illnesses and Your Baby: Prevention and Care Tips
Factsheet- Allergen Introduction: Navigating Food Allergies During Weaning
Freeflow- Introducing Solids: A Guide
Freeflow- Optimising Your Microbiome in Pregnancy
Factsheet- Pregnancy Pilates: Movement That Supports You Through Pregnancy
Factsheet- Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS): Navigating Preconception, Pregnancy, and Beyond
Factsheet- Fertility Series: Understanding ICSI As A Path to Parenthood
Book Review: Growing Up Pregnant by Deirdre Curley
Itβs okay to not feel okay.
Maternal mental health affects 1 in 5 during or after pregnancy. Anxiety, depression, birth trauma β these are real and treatable. You are not alone. π
This week is maternal mental health week.
Swipe for symptoms to watch for, support lines, and ways to get help.
Save and share this post β you never know who needs it. π¬
#MaternalMentalHealthWeek #YouAreNotAlone #PerinatalMentalHealth #MentalHealthMatters #NewMumSupport #PregnancyAnxiety #BirthTrauma #MidwifeSupport #Samaritans #PANDASFoundation #ParentingMentalHealth #PostnatalDepression #UKMumSupport
π Celebrating Midwives, Everywhere π
Today, on International Day of the Midwife, we honour the incredible dedication of midwives around the world β from rural clinics to bustling hospitals, their hands help bring life safely into the world every single day. πΆβ€οΈ
Here in the UK and across the globe, midwives are essential to ensuring safe, respectful, and empowering care for mothers, babies, and families. Their knowledge, compassion, and tireless work are the backbone of maternal and newborn health.
At #All4Birth, we deeply value the vital role midwives play in supporting not just births, but the entire journey of parenthood β from antenatal care to postnatal support.
π Thank you, midwives, for all you do.
#InternationalDayOfTheMidwife #MidwivesMatter #All4Birth #GlobalMidwifery #MaternalHealth #InfantWellbeing #ThankYouMidwives
Do you lose too much blood during your period? π You might be dealing with Heavy Menstrual Bleeding (HMB)βand itβs more common than you think. It can lead to fatigue, iron deficiency anaemia, fertility issues, and even pregnancy complications. π§
Weβve broken down the symptoms, causes, and what you can do to protect your health π©Έπͺ
Swipe through π then head to our website for the full guide! @activeironworld
#HeavyPeriods #HMBawareness #IronDeficiency #PeriodProblems #MenstrualHealth #PCOS #Fibroids #Endometriosis #MaternalHealth #WomensHealth #MidwifeLedCare #KnowYourFlow #ReproductiveHealth #FatigueAwareness #PeriodsArePowerful
π Curious about how ICSI can bring hope to couples facing infertility challenges?
ICSI, a game-changer in fertility treatments, offers new possibilities, especially for those dealing with severe male infertility or previous IVF failures. Dive into our factsheet to learn more about this specialised procedure, who it can help, and what to expect.
β¨ Discover all the details by checking out the full factsheet via the link in our Story or Linktree! π‘πΆ #ICSI #FertilityHope #IVFJourney #ParenthoodDreams #FertilityFacts
Such an important message to share during #infertilityawarenessweek
Posted @withregram β’ @preysmd I spent years believing health was about discipline. Eat clean. Exercise. Stay lean. But when I went through IVF, I realized how little of it was actually in my hands. My body wasnβt something to micromanageβit was something to support, to listen to, to work with instead of constantly trying to βfix.β
So if youβre in midlife, struggling with weight, hormones, or just feeling like you donβt recognize yourself anymoreβlet this be your permission slip to stop blaming yourself. You are not failing. Your body is not betraying you. Itβs shifting, evolving, adapting. And the best thing you can do? Support itβnot fight it.
Infertility is more common than you might think β and it touches countless lives in quiet ways.
During Infertility Awareness Week, weβre sharing facts, fostering compassion, and holding space for every journey to parenthood.
You are not alone. π #InfertilityAwareness #TTCCommunity #BreakingTheSilence #YouAreNotAlone #FertilitySupport #AllPathsToParenthood #All4Birth
Ref 1 in 6: World Health Organization (WHO) 2023
Your babyβs movements are their way of letting you know theyβre doing well! π€
Changes matter β always trust your instincts.
Learn more about whatβs normal (and when to act) by reading our full guide on All4Birth. β¨
#All4Birth #PregnancyAwareness #KickCounts #BabyMovement #PregnancyJourney #TrustYourInstincts
@kicks.count shared this post last week, and it makes for important reading. Thank you for all the work you do!
If you are concerned about your babyβs movements, contact your local maternity unit and have them checked out, do not follow any advice suggesting baby has run out of space
Posted @withregram β’ @kicks.count This is an example of the sort of information we need to get rid of. This is on a well known pregnancy app. We arenβt going to name the sites with incorrect information until we have contacted them and given them the opportunity to update the content. The internet scrub isnβt about vilifying incorrect information, itβs about correcting it.
If you would like us to review your content or write it please get in touch we will be happy to support. Please continue to report any misinformation you find. Letβs clear up this misinformation once and for all!
#internetscrub
Did you know that each baby milestoneβrolling, crawling, sitting, and walkingβplays a vital role in your little oneβs development? π§Έβ¨ These movements help build essential motor skills and even map out how they understand their body in space! Curious why skipping milestones can impact future movement patterns? @dr.amichiro explains it all in this wonderful freeflow article! From tummy time to those first steps, learn how to support your babyβs journey. Link in bio! #BabyMilestones #ChildDevelopment #GrowingStrong #ParentingTips #ChiropracticCare #MilestoneMagic #EarlyDevelopment #WatchThemGrow
This is a wonderful representation, always ensure youβre being handed information with B.R.A.I.N to feel you have an informed understanding to make an informed choice!
Posted @withregram β’ @pregnahub_app Understanding risk matters! A β100% increaseβ sounds big, but if the starting number is small, the actual risk may still be low.
#InformedDecisions #MindfulNatal #BirthOptions #PersonalChoice
Happy Motherβs Day π Today, we celebrate all who mother in their own wayβbiological, adoptive, chosen, and beyond. We also hold space for those who long to be mothers, those who have lost, and those with complicated feelings today. Your love, care, and presence matter. π
From midwife to mamaβnavigating the twists and turns (literally!) of a breech baby. β€οΈ Curious about my ECV experience and how my little one made the flip? Read my story on #All4Birth. Link in bio! #BreechBaby #ECVJourney #BirthStory #MidwifeMama #BabyOnTheMove #BirthBiomechanics #RealLifeBirth
Parenting isnβt just about raising childrenβitβs about shaping the future. πβ¨ Discover how small, mindful choices can make a big impact on your family and the planet. From reusable essentials to eco-friendly habits, learn how to embrace sustainable parenting. Ready to take the first step? Read the full post via the link in our bio! #SustainableParenting #EcoFriendlyLiving #ParentingWithPurpose #All4Birth #MindfulMotherhood #GreenParenting #SmallStepsBigImpact
Got a breech baby? π€°π»β¨ Chiropractic care can help create space for your little one to turn naturally! π This factsheet, written by Sally over at discusses focus on releasing tension and improving alignment to give your baby the best chance to move into the head-down position. Remember, chiropractors donβt turn babies, they make space for them to turn themselves! π€±π½ Click the link in our story or Linktree to read Sallyβs full post! #PregnancyChiropractic #BreechBaby #ChiropracticCare #ExpectingMums #NaturalPregnancy #BabyTurning #WellnessJourney
πΏβ¨ Hello, Spring! πΈβοΈ
As the wheel of the year turns, we welcome the season of renewal, growth, and light! π±πΏ The ancient Celts honored this time with **Ostara**, a festival marking the **Spring Equinox**βa moment of perfect balance between day and night. This sacred time symbolizes fertility, abundance, and new beginnings. π£πΈ
As the Earth reawakens, so do we! Now is the time to plant seeds (both literal & metaphorical), embrace fresh opportunities, and celebrate the return of warmth and life. ππ
β¨ Ways to honor the season:
π· Spend time in natureβwatch the world bloom!
π₯ Decorate eggs, an ancient symbol of fertility & rebirth.
π₯ Light a candle to welcome the returning sun.
πΏ Cleanse your space & set new intentions.
Spring is here, and magic is in the air! How are you celebrating? πΈβ¨ #Ostara #SpringEquinox #HelloSpring
πΏβ¨ Join Bethan on a journey of empowerment and transformation as she shares her real-life story of discovering the power of reproductive reflexology. π As the founder of Divine Blossom Womenβs Health and Wellbeing Clinic and a Feminine Embodiment Coach, Bethan is passionate about helping women connect with their mind, body, and spirit to foster active health and well-being. πΈ
Bethan opens up about her personal journey to motherhood and the challenges faced along the way. From longing to experience pregnancy again at 35 to navigating the complexities of fertility and pregnancy, Bethan discovered the profound benefits of reproductive reflexology and maternity reflexology firsthand. π±
Join Bethan as she shares how these holistic therapies transformed her pregnancy experience, offering comfort, support, and empowerment every step of the way. From managing sickness and discomfort to embracing a more natural and intuitive approach to her bodyβs needs, Bethan found strength and confidence in combining natural and medical healthcare. πͺ
Click the link in our story or Linktree in our bio to read the full post π·π #ReproductiveReflexology #MaternityReflexology #HolisticHealth #Empowerment #DivineBlossom
πΈβ¨ Calling all mothers-to-be, parents, and wellness enthusiasts! πΏ Dive into the transformative world of Reproreflexology with Bethan, founder of Divine Blossom Womenβs Health and Wellbeing Clinic. As a Feminine Embodiment Coach, Bethan is dedicated to nurturing the mind, body, and spirit connection for women everywhere. πβ¨
Bethan has written a post delving into the profound benefits of Reproreflexologyβa specialised branch of reflexology focused on fertility health for both men and women. From regulating menstrual cycles to supporting assisted conception programs, this ancient practice offers hope and healing to many. πβ¨
Discover the principles and practices of Reproreflexology, including its potential benefits, ideal candidates, and real success stories. π±πΊ
Are you ready to embark on a journey of holistic wellness and empowerment? Click the link in our story or Linktree in our bio to read the full post and unlock the transformative potential of reproductive reflexology. Letβs blossom together! π·π #ReproductiveReflexology #FertilityHealth #HolisticWellness #Empowerment #DivineBlossom
πβ¨ Dive into the transformative world of maternity reflexology with Bethan, founder of Divine Blossom Womenβs Health and Wellbeing Clinic. π
Bethan shares her personal journey of discovering the power of maternity reflexology during pregnancy. From relieving morning sickness and back pain to preparing the body for labour, this ancient practice offers a holistic approach to nurturing and supporting the mum-to-be. π€°β¨
Discover the numerous benefits of maternity reflexology, including reduced anxiety, shorter labour times, and a smoother transition into motherhood. Plus, learn how this gentle therapy can support the body postnatally, promoting hormone balance and easing the challenges of the newborn period. πΈπ«
Click the link in our story or Linktree in our bio to read the full post and embrace the magic of holistic health and well-being. π·π #MaternityReflexology #HolisticHealth #Empowerment #DivineBlossom
