by Linda Lilwall | May 1, 2020 | Birth
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...
by Linda Lilwall | Apr 17, 2020 | Birth
Do you like the idea of labouring in the privacy of your own home? Do you long to curl up with your just-born baby in your own bed? If so, you may want to consider having your baby at home. Find out how you request a home birth and the reasons why you may be advised...
by Linda Lilwall | Oct 1, 2014 | Birth
Over the last few years the popularity of the use of water in labour continues to grow with more than 75% of UK hospitals now offer a birthing pool for labour and delivery in low risk women. Frombumps2babies are taking a look at the benefits and concerns surrounding...