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If you’re pregnant in the UK, one of the first things you might notice is that most of your care is provided by a midwife , not a doctor (or obstetrician). For many people, especially those who haven’t experienced UK maternity care before, this can come as a surprise. But there’s a very good reason for it... In the UK, pregnancy and birth are viewed as normal life events , not medical problems unless of course they become one. That’s why, if your pregnancy is considered low r

By Midwife Lily If you’ve been around me for more than five minutes, you’ve heard me talk about the " Golden Hour" . It’s that first hour (or so) right after your baby is born where your baby is placed on your chest in skin to skin. You both just need a minute (or an hour) to take in your brand-new world and your baby will be comforted by the sound and smell they already know best — you . I say it all the time: If you can have that hour, take it. Ask for it. Protect it. It's

By Midwife Lily - your online midwife If you’ve been noticing some very strange tastes in your mouth lately—maybe everything tastes...

Hello, I’m Lily, a midwife with many years of supporting families on their feeding journeys. Today I want to talk about something I get...

Whether you're planning to breastfeed, bottle feed, or a bit of both, one thing's for sure – the early days of feeding your baby can feel...

Pregnancy is a rollercoaster — full of change, emotion, and uncertainty. As midwives, we are privileged to walk alongside women during...

I totally get that pregnancy is such an expensive time. There's so much to buy and sometimes paying for your birth preparation feels like...

So, you've expressed your breast milk (either by pump or by hand). By the way.. check out my FREEBIES section on here to download a FREE...

When I was younger, I always dreamed of owning my own cafe or a chip shop. The idea of creating a cozy space filled with delicious aromas...