Midwife's Touch with Amanda Redford

Midwife's Touch  with Amanda Redford She has acquired university qualifications, accredited education and training with principal providers of professional education within this specialist area.

Nurturing New Beginnings | Fertility & Maternity Acupuncture Expert |
Midwife | Complementary Therapy Consultant | Preconception Education Specialist | Emotional Wellness Practitioner | Co-Author, Midwives' Dictionary

https://bit.ly/wnh-bio Amanda is an acupuncturist and maternity complementary therapist in North Staffordshire who specialises in acupuncture and natural therapies aimed at promoting and maintaining good health and well-being in relation to pregnancy and fertility, including women’s health and gynaecological issues. Amanda is a registered and an experienced research midwife, researcher of complementary medicine and has been actively involved in many contemporary midwifery and gynaecological clinical trials. Amanda lectures and teaches acupuncture and massage in pregnancy to midwives with Expectancy, the leading provider of accredited complementary therapy courses for midwives. Since qualifying in massage and aromatherapy in the late 1990’s, Amanda's professional development for the last 25 years has focused around pregnancy and childbirth, reproductive health and complementary medicine. After completed the BSc (Hons) degree in Complementary Therapies some years ago Amanda has never looked back. She maintain's her own continued professional development portfolio and her passion for acupuncture has lead to pursue further study in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Amanda's philosophy is to ensure the safe use of complementary medicine in this specialist area and is committed to facilitating natural birth through natural therapies and providing satisfying experiences for women. She has seen the impact of stress, anxiety, pregnancy and infertility symptoms on women in her private practice and is keen to develop services accessible to all. Services which Amanda provides include working with women/couples who are trying to conceive naturally, or via assisted conception (IVF, ICSI, IUI, donor egg, donor s***m), using acupuncture or reproductive reflexology as a support. She understands natural conception and assisted conception procedures, including miscarriage and pregnancy conditions and what these mean physically, emotionally and financially. Other services include aromatherapy and pregnancy massage, maternity reflexology, moxibustion for breech babies, post dates pregnancy therapy, birth preparation and encouraging labour, acupressure for birth preparation and pain relief in labour, clinical hypnotherapy, facial cosmetic acupuncture, menopause, gynaecological conditions and women's general health. Amanda's aim is to offer professional, safe, evidence-based, individualised care which supports women through their reproductive health journeys, through providing natural therapies which she is passionate about and research has shown to have the ability to promote a greater sense of health and well-being, this, Amanda considers to be a rewarding experience and draws on so many of her skills, having had first rate experience helping women with stress and anxiety during these difficult times.

🌿 My WhyMy “why” has always been about helping people to see health differently...as something that begins deep within t...
07/11/2025

🌿 My Why

My “why” has always been about helping people to see health differently...as something that begins deep within the cells and influences every stage of life, from preconception to parenthood and beyond.

I support women and couples who are trying to conceive naturally, assisted reproduction, pregnant, or in the postnatal period, as well as those who have experienced miscarriage, pregnancy loss, or complex autoimmune conditions, or suffering with reproductive health issues.

Many have felt unheard or uncertain, and seek an approach that restores balance and confidence in their natural health potential.

Through combining midwifery knowledge, complementary therapies, and evidence-based nutritional insights, I help each person understand their body at a deeper level, rebalance their systems, and strengthen their emotional and physical wellbeing.

Every day I witness the transformation this brings... cycles returning, sleep and energy improving, emotions settling, and the joy of positive pregnancy tests and healthy babies after months or years of uncertainty.

As a midwife, educator, and researcher, I am passionate about bridging science with compassionate care, and about inspiring other professionals to integrate this level of personalised, test-based, inside-out support into their own practice.

We all entered this field to make a difference. When we unite measurable, cellular-level understanding with truly individualised care, we don’t just change outcomes... we change lives.

If you’re a health, fertility, maternity, or wellbeing professional who feels aligned with this vision, I’d love to share how this approach can enhance your clients’ wellbeing and your own professional journey. Drop me a message if this is your next level.

✨ Healthy cells. Healthy babies. Healthy beginnings.






Health & Wellbeing Event at Keele University Science Park...Today reminded me why I do what I do...I spent the day back ...
04/11/2025

Health & Wellbeing Event at Keele University Science Park...

Today reminded me why I do what I do...

I spent the day back at Keele University for a Health and Wellbeing event ....the very place where I trained for my midwifery degree. It felt incredibly special to return and talk about the work that has grown from those roots.

We discussed midwifery, women’s health, fertility and pregnancy... and how gut and cellular health really are the foundations for our future generations...

We are the blueprint for our children and grandchildren.. what we nourish and nurture within ourselves truly does carry forward.

It was lovely to meet so many people. Keele students, a male midwife, a nurse practitioner, a dietician all from Ghana, biomedical and public health students, and a wonderful mother and grandmother who shared their stories about their children.

Some spoke about their children’s health challenges and wondered how we can help the next generation to thrive. Women mentioned menopausal symptoms.

Great to see Lisa Jones X-Hail with Emma Snape who do some amazing work...

Physiotherapy practices, fitness, hypnotherapists, yoga, occupational therapists, Doulas and so many more amazing people..

Those honest, open conversations mean so much.

Thank you to everyone who stopped to talk, listened, asked questions and shared experiences...

It is these genuine connections which allow conversations, that remind me how powerful simple education and awareness can be.

Thank you 🙏

🌸 World Fertility Day – 2 NovemberToday my thoughts are with all the women and couples I have had the privilege to suppo...
02/11/2025

🌸 World Fertility Day – 2 November

Today my thoughts are with all the women and couples I have had the privilege to support .... and those still walking their own path.

Those who are newly pregnant, cautiously hopeful.

Those preparing for an embryo transfer, waiting for that moment of possibility.

Those who have experienced loss, holding both love and grief.

And those who are still waiting, doing everything they can while protecting their hearts.

Around the world, more than 50 million people are affected by infertility... (WHO) a reminder that behind every statistic are real lives, emotions, and hopes for the future.

Fertility is never just a medical journey ... it is physical, emotional and cellular.

Every stage reflects the body’s incredible ability to adapt and heal ... from hormonal balance to gut and cellular health, and the emotional resilience that carries us through..

👉 Drawing on my midwifery experience and clinical understanding of women’s health, I aim to bridge science and sensitivity in supporting fertility and early pregnancy.

Through Midwife’s Touch, I offer hands-on therapies, acupuncture and emotional wellbeing support.

Through InsideOut Maternity, I focus on the science of cellular and gut health... helping women and couples strengthen their internal foundations for conception, pregnancy and recovery.

I feel truly honoured to be invited into so many of these journeys... each one unique, personal and deeply moving.

Today, on World Fertility Day, I simply want to acknowledge all of you... wherever you are right now.
You are seen, supported, and held in hope. 💚

🌿 Midwife’s Touch & InsideOut Maternity ...Where compassion meets cellular health, from fertility to pregnancy and beyond.

Much love
Amanda 🫶






Did you know?Your Baby Stays With You... Even at the Cellular LevelDuring pregnancy, tiny numbers of your baby’s cells c...
31/10/2025

Did you know?

Your Baby Stays With You... Even at the Cellular Level

During pregnancy, tiny numbers of your baby’s cells cross the placenta and become part of you...

🧬 These fetal cells can remain in your body for decades .. even after birth or loss..... quietly living within your tissues, supporting repair, regeneration and connection.

This beautiful process, called fetal microchimerism, shows how deep the mother...baby bond truly is.
You literally carry a trace of your child within your own cells...

It’s also a reminder that cellular and mitochondrial health matter deeply.
Healthy mitochondria ... the energy centres of every cell... fuel repair, balance inflammation and power the communication between mother and baby at the smallest level.

When we nourish our cells with balanced omega fats, vitamin D, and a calm, well-fed gut, we strengthen that foundation of energy and connection that supports life itself.

Caring for your cells means caring for the lasting link between generations. 🫶

In clinic today 🌿Supporting my clients with Balance Tests and Gut Health Tests ...simple, science-based blood tests that...
29/10/2025

In clinic today 🌿

Supporting my clients with Balance Tests and Gut Health Tests ...simple, science-based blood tests that provide real insight into cellular and gut health.

By understanding what’s happening on the inside, we can make more informed, personalised choices to support fertility, pregnancy, postpartum recovery, and long-term wellbeing.

It’s all part of caring for the whole person...from the inside out. ✨

💚 Mitochondria & Fertility ... it all starts with energyA recent study (Int J Mol Sci, 2023 - link in comments)  highlig...
28/10/2025

💚 Mitochondria & Fertility ... it all starts with energy

A recent study (Int J Mol Sci, 2023 - link in comments) highlights how mitochondria..... the tiny powerhouses of our cells..... play a vital role in both s***m and egg health.

They fuel...

💫 S***m movement and fertilisation
🌸 Egg maturation and early embryo development

When mitochondrial energy is low, so is cellular efficiency... and that can influence fertility potential.

That is why in my work, I always begin with the fertility foundations.. And partner with the Global, pioneer of personalised, test based, micronutrition.

✨ Cellular balance and omega-6:3 ratio

✨ Antioxidants, vitamins and minerals for cellular protection

✨ Vitamin D for normal cell division and immune balance

✨ A healthy gut microbiome for metabolic and hormonal support

These are always the starting point before anything else ...the foundations of health from the inside out.

Through science-based Zinzino tools 👇

BalanceTest, Gut Health Test, BalanceOil, Xtend, ZinoShine+ and ZinoBiotic+ ... clients can explore their personal results and build real understanding of what their body needs at a cellular level..
see 🔗 in comments 👇

Because before conception begins, it all starts with your cells. 💚

📖 Tesarik J et al. Mitochondria in Human Fertility and Infertility. Int J Mol Sci. 2023

26/10/2025

Discover the science behind Zinzino Maternity Balance Oil...

Supporting women from the very beginning.....through preconception, pregnancy, breastfeeding, and postnatal recovery.

As a registered midwife and former research midwife, I have always been guided by evidence-based practice.

Over the years I have seen how understanding and supporting the body’s cellular balance can positively influence women’s well-being when trying to conceive, throughout pregnancy, and into early motherhood, and beyond...

That is why I am passionate about sharing the science behind balanced nutrition....giving women the knowledge and tools to nurture themselves and their babies from within, and beyond...

This unique blend of high-quality omega-3, olive polyphenols, and vitamin D helps maintain a normal omega 6:3 balance and supports normal brain, heart, and immune system function... all EFSA-approved nutrient claims...

The first organs to develop in a fetus are, the brain, the heart and the eye..

🎬 Watch the short video to learn more about the science behind Maternity Balance Oil.

📩 Ask me how you can check your own omega 6:3 balance and personalise your nutrition today.









🌿✨ Day 2 – Certificate in Midwifery Acupuncture ✨🌿What a fantastic weekend of learning!Ten fabulous midwives have worked...
26/10/2025

🌿✨ Day 2 – Certificate in Midwifery Acupuncture ✨🌿

What a fantastic weekend of learning!
Ten fabulous midwives have worked incredibly hard... gaining new knowledge, refining their practical skills, and linking acupuncture theory directly to midwifery physiology and practice.

From exploring how acupuncture supports pain modulation, relaxation, and hormonal balance, to understanding its role in preparing the body for labour... it has been a weekend full of energy, laughter, and learning.

The room was alive with body marker pens, training dolls, anatomical pelvis models, acupuncture tools, and plenty of discussion.... The midwives were thrown straight in ...needling each other with confidence, curiosity, and humour...😄

We shared valuable conversations about supporting women in avoiding medical induction of labour, encouraging relaxation, promoting optimal fetal positioning, and reducing fear and anxiety... all through safe, evidence-based, midwifery-led acupuncture practice.

It was also lovely to share my own experiences and stories from supporting hundreds of women over the years ...bringing the theory to life through real practice and outcomes.

I am so proud to be part of this journey and to see such enthusiasm from midwives expanding their skills to offer holistic, woman-centred care.

See you all in two weeks for more of the same 🙏

🌸 Accredited training for midwives, taught by midwives.

If you are a midwife and would like to learn how to use acupuncture safely within maternity care... supporting women through pregnancy, birth, postnatal visit www.expectancy.co.uk to find out more about our accredited courses.

🌿✨ Day 1 – Certificate in Midwifery Acupuncture ✨🌿An inspiring start to the new Certificate in Midwifery Acupuncture coh...
25/10/2025

🌿✨ Day 1 – Certificate in Midwifery Acupuncture ✨🌿

An inspiring start to the new Certificate in Midwifery Acupuncture cohort, with a wonderful group of NHS midwives all passionate about enhancing maternity care through evidence-based complementary therapies.

Despite cancelled trains and an unusual travel day, I made it ...and it was absolutely worth it! 💜

I am thrilled to be teaching our 11th cohort in 11 years, guiding midwives as they integrate acupuncture safely and effectively within their midwifery practice.

This weekend, our focus includes:

Emotional well-being and acupuncture support

Understanding and avoiding “forbidden points” in pregnancy

Acupuncture for birth preparation and post-dates pregnancy

Approaches to pain relief in labour

It is always rewarding to see midwives bring together safety, science, and holistic care... enhancing the experience of pregnancy and birth for the women and families they support.

🌸 Accredited training for midwives, taught by midwives...

📚 Expectancy - complementary therapy courses for midwives... the UK’s leading provider of complementary therapy education for midwives.

If you are a midwife and would like to learn how to use acupuncture safely within maternity care... supporting women through pregnancy, birth, postnatal visit www.expectancy.co.uk to find out more about our accredited courses.

✨ When two midwives connect from across the world — Australia 🇦🇺 and the UK 🇬🇧 — magic happens.We have shared stories, e...
24/10/2025

✨ When two midwives connect from across the world — Australia 🇦🇺 and the UK 🇬🇧 — magic happens.

We have shared stories, experiences, and the same deep passion for supporting women through every stage of fertility and pregnancy.

What makes this connection so powerful is that, even though we work thousands of miles apart, our purpose is the same ... to help women thrive from the inside out. 🌿

It is incredible to finally meet in person at Zinzino Oslo, amazing annual event, surrounded by people who truly understand the importance of cellular health, gut health, and maternal well-being.

As midwives, we know how vital it is to nurture women’s health before, during, and after pregnancy. When we combine that with the science of personalised nutrition and cellular balance, the potential to create real change for future generations is huge. 💫

I am so grateful for this connection and excited for what lies ahead ... the collaborations, conversations, and shared vision for advancing fertility and pregnancy wellness globally. 🌍💖

✨ When two midwives connect from across the world — Australia 🇦🇺 and the UK 🇬🇧 — magic happens.We have shared stories, e...
24/10/2025

✨ When two midwives connect from across the world — Australia 🇦🇺 and the UK 🇬🇧 — magic happens.

We have shared stories, experiences, and the same deep passion for supporting women through every stage of fertility and pregnancy.

What makes this connection so powerful is that, even though we work thousands of miles apart, our purpose is the same ... to help women thrive from the inside out. 🌿

It is incredible to finally meet in person at Zinzino Oslo, surrounded by people who truly understand the importance of cellular health, gut health, and maternal well-being.

As midwives, we know how vital it is to nurture women’s health before, during, and after pregnancy. When we combine that with the science of personalised nutrition and cellular balance, the potential to create real change for future generations is huge. 💫

I am so grateful for this connection and excited for what lies ahead ... the collaborations, conversations, and shared vision for advancing fertility and pregnancy wellness globally. 🌍💖

THE GUT–REPRODUCTIVE CONNECTIONFrom the inside out ...understanding how your gut supports your hormonal and reproductive...
23/10/2025

THE GUT–REPRODUCTIVE CONNECTION

From the inside out ...understanding how your gut supports your hormonal and reproductive health ....

At Midwife’s Touch and InsideOut Maternity, I believe that true well-being begins within.

For years, I’ve spoken with women about the gut as our second brain .. an intelligent system that communicates directly with our hormones, emotions, and reproductive health.

This is why I do what I do.

I’ve seen how many women are left searching for answers ..struggling with fatigue, irregular cycles, low mood, or fertility challenges .. and often never told that their gut health could be part of the picture..

Supporting women to understand their bodies, reconnect with their physiology, and restore balance from the inside out has always been at the heart of my work.

Now, through science-led innovation, we can finally explore this connection in real detail with the world’s first blood-based Gut Health Test ... allowing us to measure real-time gut function, inflammation, and balance with accuracy.

Your gut is home to trillions of microbes known as the gut microbiome...

These tiny organisms influence everything from oestrogen metabolism and nutrient absorption to emotional resilience and fertility.

When the gut is balanced, your body feels aligned ... cycles become steadier, energy more sustainable, and emotions calmer.

When disrupted, it can affect hormone metabolism, mood, inflammation, and reproductive health.

A balanced gut supports..

🌿 Healthy oestrogen and progesterone rhythm
💫 Nutrient absorption for conception and pregnancy
🔥 Reduced inflammation and better cellular vitality
🧘‍♀️ Emotional steadiness and restorative sleep

Through Midwife’s Touch hands-on therapies and InsideOut Maternity nutritional and cellular health insights, I support women from preconception to postnatal recovery ... combining clinical understanding with personalised gut testing to nurture balance from the inside out.

Your gut truly is your second brain ... and now, we have the tools to listen to what it’s telling us.

If you’re curious to understand your own gut–hormone connection, we can explore what this means for your fertility, pregnancy, or overall well-being — from the inside out. 🌿

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