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Here at Thrive Mama our mission is to help get the best out of students, midwives and mamas.

We have the tools for student midwives, new grads and experienced midwives to help provide the best care for mama and to watch them THRIVE...

23/03/2026

Labouring/Birthing in water ✨

A birth pool can create a calm, supported space for both body and mind 💧

• Promotes relaxation and reduces stress
• Can help ease pain naturally
• Encourages freedom of movement and optimal positioning
• Supports a gentle, peaceful environment for birth

Water can be such a powerful tool in labour 🤍 Stay tuned for what's to come...

29/01/2026

What to pack, what not to pack- from a Midwife💛

You don’t need everything—just the things that help you feel safe, comfortable, and supported in those first powerful hours/days.

✨ For you: comfy clothes, toiletries, lip balm (trust me), phone charger, maternity pads, breast pads, something warm
✨ For baby: a going-home outfit, onesies, nappies, blanket, car seat ready for home
✨ For labour: birth preferences, snacks, water bottle, hair ties, music, anything that helps you feel calm
✨ For feeding: bras/tops you can easily open, ni**le cream if you’re planning to breastfeed

My midwife tip?
Pack light—but pack intentionally. Comfort, familiarity, and feeling cared for matter more than having every gadget. Most hospitals and birth centers have the essentials!

You’ve got this. Your body knows what to do 🤍

25/01/2026

Clogged duct vs Mastitis — what’s the difference?

Clogged (blocked) duct
• Localised lump or firmness in the breast
• Tender or sore in one spot
• Skin usually looks normal
• No fever or flu-like symptoms
• Often improves with frequent feeding and gentle care

Mastitis
• Wedge-shaped redness or swelling
• Increasing pain and warmth
• Fever, chills, body aches, flu-like feelings
• Can feel suddenly unwell
• Needs prompt treatment — often requires antibiotics

Important to know:
A clogged duct can turn into mastitis if inflammation or infection develops — early support matters. As always, contact your midwife, they will be able to help but what you can implement is regular ibuprofen and paracetamol, Ice ice ice, massage in shower, feed as usual off the inflamed side and stay hydrated.

If you’re breastfeeding:
Listen to your body, rest when you can, and seek help early if symptoms worsen or you feel unwell.

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