All articles listed below were either written or compiled by Connie.

 
The Reality of Pelvic Floor Damage
Does caesarean section protect the pelvic floor? Learn the reality of pelvic floor damage.
 
Artificial Oxytocin Induction
Please refer to this article on the reality of artificial induction before using our Induction Methods idea's.
Belly Masking
The exciting "How To" guide for our Belly Masking Kits. A wonderful art project to honour pregnancy.
Birth Ball Uses and Care
Our much requested article on the care and uses of a Birth Ball.
Birth Plans
An important aspect of birth, a birth plan not only explains to your caregiver, the staff and your doula what your wishes are, it helps you to  define and prepare for what you want from your birth.
Blessing Ways
An incredibly unique yet traditional way to celebrate pregnancy. Lots of neat ideas for Blessing Way Ceremonies including Christian Blessings.
Baby Is Breech, Now What?
The questions surrounding a breech presentation and the many ways to turn a breech baby.
Labourade Recipe
An excellent refreshment for before and during labour to keep your client well hydrated, fatigue levels down and contractions effective.
Natural Induction Methods
Our second most requested article. Please heed the caution on induction methods, as induction should only be looked at as a last resort, not an easy way to predict birth dates or ease pregnancy discomforts.
Posterior Positions: Signs and Symptoms
Compiled through many birth professionals ideas, articles and experiences.
Postpartum Essentials
What you need for after baby's birth.
Pushing Positions
Currently popular pushing positions can impede or even stop progress of descent of baby. Learn more to avoid prolonged labour or a cesarean birth for the often used "catch-all" terms of Failure to Progress or Cephalo-Pelvic Disproportion. 
Questions
Whether finding a good caregiver, researching the perfect birthplace or looking for a doula or childbirth educator, start with these great questions!
True Equality? Women's Rights Today
Our foremothers fought hard for equality 100 years ago. We have gained so much in many areas, but what about birth?
 
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