Embracing Birth

15/07/2026

04/07/2026

Thank you Hamish for the birthday shoutout

26/02/2026

While freebirths and planned homebirths both happen outside of a medical setting, they are different birthing experiences.

Experts say creating awareness around how the two differ is important in helping women make informed and safe decisions.

Learn more: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-02-24/the-difference-between-a-homebirth-and-a-freebirth/106348232?utm_medium=social&utm_content=sf280029852&utm_campaign=abc%5Fmelbourne&utm_source=m%2Efacebook%2Ecom

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26/02/2026

Delayed cord clamping (DCC) for one minute is said to transfer about 80 mL of blood from the placenta to the fetus.

New study finds that on average given DCC weigh about 24g more than those who did not have a delay.

Wonder where the extra grams went? 🤔

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41720473/

20/02/2026

When I think about breastfeeding, I think about my baby’s little face looking up at me. The cuddles. The way they relax into my breast. The bonding. The closeness.

I don’t usually sit there thinking about the science of it all.

But sometimes it hits me… my breasts literally make milk😳 Like literally make MILK !!

When my baby latches, nerves in my ni**le send a message to my brain. My brain releases prolactin to make milk and oxytocin to let it flow. A tiny human suckles… and my body responds. In real time.

My brain and my breasts are in constant communication. My baby cries, and sometimes I can feel it before they even touch me.

It’s not just sweet. It’s not just emotional.

It’s biological. It’s intelligent. It’s my body adapting, responding, producing exactly what my baby needs.

I’m not just holding my baby.
I’m feeding them with something my body created.

And that will never stop amazing me ❤️

24/12/2025

24/12/2025

25/11/2025

Researchers have found something remarkable, babies who received only colostrum in their first 72 hours of life were five times less likely to develop a peanut allergy, and eleven times less likely to develop multiple food allergies.

This study matters so much because it confirms that how we feed our babies in those first few days truly matters. Those first drops of milk aren’t just important, they’re powerful, protective, and packed with lifelong benefits.

Did you feel supported to give your baby just colostrum in those first few days?

And as always, you’re allowed to feel proud of every single drop of breastmilk you gave your baby 💛

22/11/2025

A year-long investigation reveals how mothers lost children after being radicalised by uplifting podcast tales of births without midwives or doctors

10/11/2025

Resist the urge to kiss that baby.
Not on the face, not on those tiny fingers.
(They go straight to their mouth every time.)

It doesn’t matter if you’re family or a close friend— viruses don’t check relationships.

What’s a harmless cold to you could make their tiny body fight for breath.
What feels like nothing to you could mean days in the hospital for them.

If you truly care, keep your distance.
Hold back the kisses, wash your hands, keep them safe.
Affection can wait — health can’t.