Bump & Mind Hypnobirthing - Isle of Wight

15/02/2020

07/02/2020

Our next course...details below.

26/11/2019

These early days feel so long,⁠
the everlasting nights even longer.⁠
How can something apparently so right right feel wrong, ⁠
Perhaps it's me, should I be stronger?⁠
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I've spent 9 months waiting for this,⁠
every kick, every scan, every trimester.⁠
Told I'm low risk could be high risk,⁠
it didn't matter because everyday you were edging closer.⁠
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I thought the first time I laid my eyes on you,⁠
The connection would overwhelm me.⁠
But here I am in the dark surrounded by the baby blues,⁠
Is this normal? Is there something I can't see?⁠
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I'll ask for help in the morning,⁠
I want to feel that oxytocin everyone talks about.⁠
But what if they judge me and aren't supporting?⁠
I could just wait for the storm to pass and hideout.⁠⁠⁠⁠
1 in 7 women will experience PND in the year after giving birth. If you think someone is suffering try and guide them to seek support.⁠

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🆘The warning signs include 🆘⁠
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❗️a low mood that lasts for longer than a week⁠
❗️crying a lot (this might not be noticeable to those outside the family)⁠
❗️lack of appetite⁠
❗️panic attacks⁠
❗️persistent fatigue⁠
❗️concentration problems⁠
❗️reduced motivation⁠
❗️the parent lacks interest in themselves⁠
❗️an unexplained lack of interest in the new baby⁠
❗️lack of desire to meet up or stay in touch with friends⁠⁠⁠⁠
✨POSTPARTUM REALNESS✨ photo by .goodwin via ⁠

18/11/2019

09/11/2019

Wise words from Sara Wickhan 🧡

It’s always good to be reminded of these brilliant words from Dr Sara Wickham.

As our week draws to a close and we say goodbye (for now) to our amazing new London doulas, it’s lovely to reflect on everything we have achieved together over the duration of this Doula Preparation course 🌟

Holding space for each other, actively listening as we explore our thoughts, feelings, emotions and experiences around pregnancy, birth and beyond 🤰👶🤱🏽

Nurturing birth is about nurturing so much for our clients - birth, babies, mothers, fathers, partners, siblings - and here at Nurturing Birth we nurture our amazing doulas and their ideas as they start on their journey into the world of birth work and throughout their careers.

Nurturing Birth doulas, you came to us with a bright idea, you were actually already doulas deep down, we have just given the space for you to find your wings! We wish you all the very best on your journeys - and we are here with you every step of the way! 🤗

27/09/2019

Breastfeeding is tough. 💦
So are are warrior women pulling it off. 💪

BREASTFEEDING IS NOT “EASY”, lets stop telling new mothers it is. Who else agrees with this statement?⁣
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As powerful and rewarding breastfeeding is, there seems to be a misconception that it’s easy breezy for all mothers! This is far from the truth and it varies from individual to individual, some finding it tougher than others.⁣
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More information and support and less passing off as “natural” and “piece of cake” is the better way forward.⁣
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Full photo credit: Pinterest via NCEE Photograph; also deserving of the full story behind it:⁣
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“A day before breast cancer patient DeShonjla “Shonni” Peterson was scheduled to undergo a bilateral mastectomy, she changed her mind. Instead of having both breasts removed, she opted to keep one. The reason: Shonni had just learned that she was carrying her second child and she wanted to nurse her. Here she is, breastfeeding newborn Zoë.” _

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26/09/2019

Fantastic post about Rupture of Membranes 👇

Had to share this fantastically informative post from 👇👇 A is for Artificial Rupture of Membranes.

In simple terms, this means your amniotic sac ('waters') are being ruptured, by a midwife or doctor.

This is done by performing a va**nal examination, if your cervix is open enough, a small hook can be inserted into the va**na and the amniotic sac can be released, by the hook.

There are several reasons this may be done, the first being during a medical induction. Releasing the waters is quite a big part of an induction, because the oxytocin hormone drip cannot be administered without releasing the waters. Also, the action of removing the waters means theoretically that the baby's head is sitting on the cervix more directly, which can stimulate the production of natural hormones.

A rupture of membranes can also be performed if there is slower progress during labour, anecdotally releasing the waters 'speeds up' labour, but there is NO evidence to support this. It may also be done if there are any concerns regarding the baby's heart rate, to see if there is any meconium in the waters.

It does beg the question 'what are the benefits of this?' If there is no evidence to support its use. The waters are there as a protective system for your baby, both from mechanical pressure and infection, so it isn't advisable to perform an artificial rupture of membranes without a valid reason or 'to speed up labour'. It can be an uncomfortable process for you, and would require you to have a va**nal examination prior. There is also a small chance of the umbilical cord coming out of the cervix/va**na, known as a cord prolapse, which is an emergency event.

Have you had your 'waters broken' or has it ever been mentioned by your midwife? We would love to know your thoughts. .

18/08/2019

08/08/2019

In Australia 26% of labours are induced. The most common reason for induction is a ‘prolonged pregnancy’. That’s an awful lot of babies outstaying their welcome and requiring evic…

24/07/2019

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24/07/2019

Interesting read...I always explain to parents how fathers also undergo changes during pregnancy and birth.

Read this to find out more about this wonderful shift in the male body and mind 👇👇

Hint: They don’t just get ‘dad bods.’

21/07/2019

To all my past clients - The Independent Midwives are now offering BF support on Monday’s. Their support was so valuable to me in the early days. 🙏✨

We are back! Do join us at the Riverside Centre (bridge is fixed if coming from Newport end) for the popular free feeding and support sessions. Monday every week (not bank holidays) 13.00 to 15.00hrs. Water available. Tea/coffee biscuits can be purchased from the centre. See you Monday😀 Parking generally available or near bye.

27/06/2019

Popped into the brand new PEACH - Vegan Kitchen & Zero Waste Store 🍑 in Newport IOW for breakfast today as I’ve heard and seen some fantastic things. ✨

So pleased to see that there’s a demand for such a business on our little island. Helping more islanders live a more eco friendly and sustainable life. ♻️

Well done to the team, service and menu was fantastic. Keep it up 👍

You’ve got to pay them a visit, if you haven’t already! 🌿

27/06/2019

NEW BLOG SERIES

We’ve been busy at work on our Brand New blog series Experts Expecting where we interview influential women who happen to be pregnant.

In this series we will be picking the brains of industry leaders to ask them questions about their own experience of growing a human.

What better a way to kick things off than with Mariel of yoga teacher + life coach, Mariel know a thing or two about wellbeing.

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“There are obviously some big challenges that come with pregnancy – one for me was the fact that it really takes over a woman’s life, whereas for men it’s pretty much life as usual. It can be hard for both sides to understand the other because we are experiencing such different things, and that is a real adjustment that requires a lot of support and open communication.” Read the full interview with Mariel on our blog 👉 http://bumpandmindretreats.co.uk/experts-expecting-mariel-witmond-bateman-of-mindfulsonder/

Check back again next week for No.2 in our Experts Expecting series.

Have a question for an expert? DM us to have your question answered by next weeks expert.

A huge thank you to ✨

Welcome to our new blog series Experts Expecting where we ask influential women who just happen to be expecting for insider knowledge in their field. To kick of this series we interviewed the insightful and humble Mariel of Mindful Sonder. Born in Puerto Rico to a Mexican mother and English father,....

05/06/2019

IOW Maternity Services May infographic 💕

Our infographic for May 2019 💙💗

20/05/2019

When to call your midwife for advise 💕

Call us 24 hours a day on 01983534329/534392 or the Community Coordinator 01983822099 ext 3210 Monday to Friday 8.30-16.30 📞

13/05/2019

“DUE DATES: Did you know that doctors still calculate expected date of delivery using a method formulated at the start of the 19th century. The method is known as Naegele’s rule; You take the first day of a expectant persons last menstrual period, add a year, subtract three months, and add seven days. How confusing is that! Naegele’s rule is based on the assumption that the birth person has a 28-day menstrual cycle, with ovulation on day 14, but cycles range anywhere between 21 and 35 days. These issues might help explain why Naegele’s rule isn’t very accurate and, therefore, why due dates aren’t, either. Babies simply do not care about due dates, and turn up when they feel like it and when they are perfectly ripe: the motivation for being born is something that, as yet, scientists cannot fully explain. Some babies will be ‘early’, some ‘on time’ and some ‘late’, in fact, only about 4% of babies arrive on their actual due date, and research has shown that the length of pregnancy can vary by up to five weeks. So, like in Uganda, instead of having a due date, have a due month”

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Words by .hill from Positive Birth 📚

05/05/2019

This is the reality for so many new mothers. Don’t be afraid to speak your truth and seek help. You’d be surprised how many of the new mums around you are feeling the same. 🙏

This week is Maternal Mental Health Week and today is World Maternal Mental Health Day. Please don’t suffer in silence. There is help available. YOU are not alone. All on the Board

05/05/2019

Did you know labor is less about your cervix opening and more about the thickness and contracting power of the uterus moving baby down and out? READ more about what empowering birth expert Carla Hartley has to say about this revelatory perspective in birth physiology!

"We think in pictures and we should be painting accurate pictures. The cervix nor the va**na bloom. The cervix is not a zip lock bag. The purpose of labor is NOT the creation of an opening or a hole... The purpose of labor contractions and retractions is to BUILD the fundus, which will, when it is ready, EJECT the baby, like a piston. Without a nice thick fundus there is no power to get baby out....the cervix does not dilate out....it dilates UP as a result of the effort to pull muscles up into the uterus to push muscles up to the fundus. The cervical dilation is secondary to that. The cervix is pulled up as a result of the building of the fundus. Assigning a number to cervical dilation is of little consequence and we make a huge mistake by interpreting progress or predicting time of birth to that number. Any experienced midwife or OB can tell you that the cervix can be manipulated and that a woman whose cervix is at 7 could have the baby in a few minutes or a few hours.

If more providers and educators knew the truth about birth physiology, we could make a huge difference for mothers. What is important is to keep her well supported for the purpose of the appropriate chemistry, to keep her well hydrated and nourished for muscle strength, and to believe in her. We should be supporting her so that her physiology and that of her baby are unhindered, so they can finish what they started.

We should not be measuring, poking, or interpreting her labor. THIS CHANGE in teaching about labor could make such a difference for women who are imagining what is happening in their bodies during labor. How much more strength might they have if they have an accurate picture?" -Carla Hartley

03/05/2019

New mama’s...here’s a little something for you 💕

03/05/2019

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02/05/2019

Love seeing the IOW Maternity Services infographic.

Go island mama’s! Just look at the home birth percentage, a huge 5.5%!

All the different forms of birth, home birth (A client being one of them), water birth, elective and emergency c section.

Boys, girls, twins and angels born sleeping. 🧡

13/04/2019

Did you know we also do retreats?

Our next retreat is just around the corner.

28 June - 1 July

A 3 night getaway for expectant parents. Bump & Mind offer an exclusive babymoon experience. Your mind, body and baby will be nourished from the inside out with an abundance of freshly prepared meals, pregnancy related activities and workshops.

What's included:

4 x Hypnobirthing Sessions

2 x Antenatal Exercise Workshops

3 x Morning Yoga Sessions

3 x Night-time Candle-lit Guided Meditations

1 x Antenatal Q&A Session with Independent Midwife

1 x 60 Minute Holistic Pregnancy Yoga Massage

1 x 60 Minute Holistic Full Body Massage

1 x Sound Therapy Gong Bath

You'll leave feeling refreshed, empowered and a whole lot more confident about birthing your baby.

For more information head to www.bumpandmindretreats.co.uk or drop us a message.

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11/04/2019

Adorable and accurate animation of the life of a new mum and trying to achieve a small thing like leaving the house becomes a humungous effort.

To all the new mama’s out there, you are nailing it lady! 🧡

10/04/2019

Very happy to share that I will be supporting this wonderful charity by holding 2 taster sessions for expectant parents interested in learning about hypnobirthing at The Family Activity Day in aid of Layla's Trust.

By gaining an understanding on how the body works during labour and mastering your mindset you could be well on your way to a calmer, more comfortable birth experience.

Other pregnancy related activities include PB Fitness - Bumps & Babies and Yonat Yoga.

See you there for a day of fun!

Helping terminally ill children and their families on the Isle of Wight. Registered Charity Number 11

02/04/2019

So lovely to be invited to attended this home birth meet up for expectant parents considering and planning homebirths.

A wonderful day organised by the islands NHS midwives. Great to see an emphasis on homebirth and that there is a great support network there if it’s something you are considering.

This will be held all over the island at various locations for everyone to benefit.

Follow IOW Maternity Services fur updates.

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31/03/2019

🌼 Happy Mother’s Day!! 🌼

We’re offering a FLASH SALE of 20% off all future group and 1-2-1 and Skype sessions if booked before midday tomorrow - 01.04.19

DM for more information and to book.