fbpx

Colostrum Harvesting and why it’s important.

Colostrum Harvesting and why it’s important.

In recent years there has been a trend towards expressing colostrum from your breasts from around 37 weeks of pregnancy. It can also be referred to as ‘colostrum harvesting’ and is actively advocated by some NHS Trusts. What is Colostrum? Colostrum is the first stage...
Positive Birth Story – My own choice

Positive Birth Story – My own choice

This story shows how with a personalised level of care Emilie altered the journey of her labour and birth. Emilie chose a private stretch and sweep to try and avoid an induction. Through this act and subsequent advice Emilie found the power to pursue alternative...
What is Group B Streptococcus?

What is Group B Streptococcus?

What is Group B Strep? Group B Streptococcus (GBS or Group B Strep) is a common bacterium found in the vagina and bowel of about 2 in 10 women in the UK. This is described as being a Group B Strep carrier (or as being ‘colonised’ with GBS). Being a carrier is not...