Real Life Stories
Wrong Timing: Do Not Disturb. Talking to Your Children About Their Day at School
Katie’s Breastfeeding Journey with Benjamin in NICU
Perfect Parenting is a Myth
Bethan’s Journey to Reflexology and her Own Experience
Ectopic Pregnancy: Katie’s Story
By the Christmas Tree- Sam’s Birth Story
Abbie’s Experience of External Cephalic Version (ECV) at 37 Weeks
Shannon’s Birth Story: Vaginal Breech Birth
Kezia’s Birth Story: Gestational Diabetes, Yoga and Waterbirth
My Experience Of Skin To Skin
Life with cloth nappies – Real Life Story
Experiencing a fourth degree tear
🌟 From Doubts to Home Birth Triumphs! 🏡✨ Dive into the incredible journey of defying norms and embracing natural childbirth! 💪 Amy’s story takes us through her evolution from feeling hesitant to confidently choosing a home birth for her second and third babies. 🤰💕 Experience the whirlwind of emotions, unexpected turns, and heartwarming moments as Lara navigates rapid labours and the joys of welcoming her little ones into the world! 🌈✨ Don’t miss out on this empowering tale of strength, determination, and the beauty of birthing on your own terms! Click the link in our story or bio Linktree to read🌟👶✨ #HomeBirth #EmpoweredMamas 🌸📖✨
Reposting this very important message from @safeintheseat that @midwife_alicia forwarded to us, see below 👇
Posted @withregram • @safeintheseat ☀️ Of course you want to protect your baby from the summer sun.
But covering their car seat with a “breathable” cover might not be as safe as it seems.
🌡️ When we cover a car seat or stroller, we trap heat inside.
And babies can heat up quickly.
At around 104°F, their body starts to struggle.
By 107°F, the risk of heatstroke becomes very real.
The good news? There are simple, safe ways to keep your baby cool:
✅ Keep them out of direct sunlight
✅ Dress them in lightweight clothes
✅ Use sunscreen when it’s age-appropriate
✅ Add a stroller fan (outside the car only!)
✅ Take them out of their seat as soon as you can
👶 Your baby’s comfort and safety come first.
Comment SAFESUN and I’ll send you easy tips to help your little one stay cool and safe all summer long.
We’ve got this, together.
Embarking on the journey of motherhood as a midwife brought its own set of challenges during the first trimester. The constant anxiety of the unknown, the worry about potential complications—ectopic pregnancy, missed miscarriage—made those early weeks feel like an emotional rollercoaster. Check out the corresponding article I have written about the first trimester, where you’ve got to remember your body is going through such incredible changes and working so hard, all without you seeing!
🙋♀️ do you have a real life story you’d like to share with our readers?
If you’re navigating early parenthood or supporting someone who is, Practical Breastfeeding is the compassionate, evidence-based guide you’ve been waiting for. 🌿 In her glowing review, midwife, mother, and grandmother Sheena Byrom praises the book for its warmth, honesty, and emotional depth — a must-read for new and expecting parents. 💛
Written by IBCLC and mum of three Caoimhe Whelan, with beautiful illustrations by Lauren Rebbeck, this book is the perfect companion on your feeding journey. 💫
👉 Read the full review now on All4Birth — and don’t miss our giveaway in the previous post to win your own copy! 📚👶
#PracticalBreastfeeding #SheenaByrom #All4Birth #BreastfeedingSupport #ParentingWithKindness #NewParentEssentials #BookGiveaway
🌟 GIVEAWAY TIME! 🌟
Win a copy of this practical, honest, beautiful, and inclusive breastfeeding guide!
We’re giving away TWO copies of Practical Breastfeeding, a stunningly illustrated, easy-to-follow book that supports you through the joys and challenges of feeding your baby — from pregnancy prep to those first latch attempts.
Curated by expert breastfeeding counsellor Caoimhe Whelan (Author), and Lauren Rebbeck (Illustrator), the book covers:
✔️ Feeding frequency, latching, mastitis & more
✔️ Mental health and emotional well-being
✔️ Support for NICU journeys, formula feeding, and combo feeding
✔️ Inclusive representation of all parents: different backgrounds, bodies, and family types
✔️ Helpful visuals — including how to dress while feeding & how to involve your partner
💬 "Wow, this is beautiful!" says mum @tessaclemsonyoga Tessa Clemson.
“As a 36-year-old breastfeeding mother of two, I’ve never seen a book that reflects my life so honestly. It’s raw, real, and supportive. My 5-year-old even said, ‘This is me!’ while reading it with me. It’s the antidote to filtered social media parenting.”
Whether you’re pregnant, feeding a newborn, or supporting someone on their feeding journey, this book is the perfect companion — and we want to gift it to two lucky winners!
👉 To enter:
Like this post ❤️
Follow @laurenrebbeck @latch.ie @all4birth
Tell us why you would love to win a copy
Tag a friend who would love this book too (1 tag = 1 entry!)
🗓️ Giveaway closes 15th June! UK and Ireland only.
Good Luck!
#BreastfeedingSupport #InclusiveParenting #BookGiveaway #PracticalBreastfeeding #FeedingJourney #PostpartumCare #BreastfeedingGuide #BreastfeedingJourney #BreastfeedingAwareness #FeedingSupport
Toddlers feel BIG emotions — and they need our help to navigate them. 🧡
From tantrums to tears, every emotional moment is a chance to build connection, teach regulation, and nurture resilience. ✨
Swipe through for simple, science-backed strategies you can start using today — and remember, patience and empathy go a long way. 💬
Want the full guide to helping your little one thrive emotionally? 🧸
👉 Head to the link in our bio to read the full article on All4Birth!
#YouGotThis #ToddlerLife #BigFeelingsLittleBodies #ToddlerEmotions #PositiveParenting#ParentingTips#EmotionalDevelopment#MindfulParenting#GentleParenting#ToddlerTantrums#RaisingResilientKids#BigEmotions#ParentingSupport#LittleKidsBigFeelings#All4Birth#ParentingJourney#EarlyChildhoodDevelopment
FYI in this (glorious!) hot weather:
Posted @withregram • @thebreastfeedingnetworkuk Today’s Saturday Share comes from @1stepsnutritiontrust
The warmer weather seems to be sticking with us for a while, so here’s some information on keeping your breastfed and formula-fed babies hydrated!
Breastfed babies under 6 months old don’t need extra water. Your breastmilk water content changes with your baby’s needs.
Formula-fed babies under 6 months may be given small sips of water between milk feeds. Tap water (even filtered) must be boiled and cooled first. Bottled water may be inappropriate due to high sodium levels.
From 6 months water can be given to breastfed and bottle-fed babies, and tap water no longer needs to be boiled.
The number of wet nappies is a good indication of how hydrated your baby is. Around 6 in 24 hours is good 💜
You can find more information here:
https://buff.ly/8PFE0B7
Also, please don’t forget to keep yourselves safe and hydrated in the sunshine too! 😎🫗☀️
#StayHydrated #HydratingBabies #GivingBabiesWater #BreastfedBabies #FormulaFedBabies #HydrationInformation
[ID: Should I Give Water To My Baby? guidance and recommendations. Breastfed babies 0-6 months. No extra water is needed for exclusively breastfed babies until solids are introduced. During hot weather breastfeed often to quench your baby’s thirst. Formula fed babies 0-6 months. May need amounts of extra water during hot weather. Tap water is not sterile. It needs to be boiled and cooled first. Bottles water may be inappropriate due to high sodium and sulphate levels. filtered water can be given to babies under 6 months, but still needs to be boiled and cooled. How much? There is no specific guidance on how much extra water to give babies 0-6 months when it’s hot. If needed, give small sips in between milk feeds. Generally, a well hydrated baby produces about 6 wet nappies every 24 hours. What about babies 6-12 months?Water can be given from an open cup or beaker as mealtimes from 6 months, and tap water no longer needs to be boiled. young children aged 1-5 years do not need any drinks other than milk and water.
For more information visit: firststepsnurtition.org]
Following on from Mondays post-
When the weather is good, and aim for before 10am or after 4pm, get out and enjoy nature with your family 💜
Posted @withregram • @weledababyuk Springtime with your little ones 🌿 what’s your favourite spring activity?🥰
#weleda #weledababy #spring #naturalskincare
Take a moment to listen to the wonderful @midwife_alicia with @blackbabylossawareness week starting tomorrow. Check out our stories throughout the week as we reshare further information 💜
Posted @withregram • @perinatalmhpartnership Do take a listen to our friend @midwife_alicia as she discusses @blackbabylossawareness - an annual event focused on raising awareness and providing support for Black families who have experienced pregnancy and baby loss.
It was founded by @midwife_alicia and the 2025 edition of BBLAW will run from May 12-18.
BBLAW specifically addresses the disproportionate rates of pregnancy and infant loss in Black communities.
The week aims to educate communities about the resources and support available for navigating pregnancy loss and bereavement.
We here at @perinatalmhpartnership are proud to support Black Baby Loss Awareness Week
#maternalmhmattersweek
#blackbabylossawarenessweek
#blackmums
#maternalmentalhealthawarenessweek
#maternalmhmatters
#maternalmentalhealth
#perinatalmentalhealth
#mmhaw
#mmhaw25
#yourvoiceyourstrength
#postnataldepression
#Postpartumpsychosis
#Postpartumdepression
#perinatalocd
#antenataldepression
#perinatalanxiety
#birthtrauma
#hyperemesisgravidarum
#Motherhood
#pregnancy
#parenthood
It’s okay to not feel okay.
Maternal mental health affects 1 in 5 during or after pregnancy. Anxiety, depression, birth trauma — these are real and treatable. You are not alone. 💜
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 — you never know who needs it. 💬
#MaternalMentalHealthWeek #YouAreNotAlone #PerinatalMentalHealth #MentalHealthMatters #NewMumSupport #PregnancyAnxiety #BirthTrauma #MidwifeSupport #Samaritans #PANDASFoundation #ParentingMentalHealth #PostnatalDepression #UKMumSupport
🌍 Celebrating Midwives, Everywhere 🌍
Today, on International Day of the Midwife, we honour the incredible dedication of midwives around the world — from rural clinics to bustling hospitals, their hands help bring life safely into the world every single day. 👶❤️
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 — from antenatal care to postnatal support.
💙 Thank you, midwives, for all you do.
#InternationalDayOfTheMidwife #MidwivesMatter #All4Birth #GlobalMidwifery #MaternalHealth #InfantWellbeing #ThankYouMidwives
Do you lose too much blood during your period? 💉 You might be dealing with Heavy Menstrual Bleeding (HMB)—and it’s more common than you think. It can lead to fatigue, iron deficiency anaemia, fertility issues, and even pregnancy complications. 🧠
We’ve broken down the symptoms, causes, and what you can do to protect your health 🩸💪
Swipe through 👉 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
🌟 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.
✨ Discover all the details by checking out the full factsheet via the link in our Story or Linktree! 💡👶 #ICSI #FertilityHope #IVFJourney #ParenthoodDreams #FertilityFacts
Such an important message to share during #infertilityawarenessweek
Posted @withregram • @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 wasn’t something to micromanage—it was something to support, to listen to, to work with instead of constantly trying to “fix.”
So if you’re in midlife, struggling with weight, hormones, or just feeling like you don’t recognize yourself anymore—let this be your permission slip to stop blaming yourself. You are not failing. Your body is not betraying you. It’s shifting, evolving, adapting. And the best thing you can do? Support it—not fight it.
Infertility is more common than you might think — and it touches countless lives in quiet ways.
During Infertility Awareness Week, we’re sharing facts, fostering compassion, and holding space for every journey to parenthood.
You are not alone. 💛 #InfertilityAwareness #TTCCommunity #BreakingTheSilence #YouAreNotAlone #FertilitySupport #AllPathsToParenthood #All4Birth
Ref 1 in 6: World Health Organization (WHO) 2023
Your baby’s movements are their way of letting you know they’re doing well! 🤍
Changes matter — always trust your instincts.
Learn more about what’s normal (and when to act) by reading our full guide on All4Birth. ✨
#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 baby’s 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 • @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 aren’t 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 isn’t about vilifying incorrect information, it’s 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. Let’s clear up this misinformation once and for all!
#internetscrub
