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TOGETHER The world of birth preparation is an eno TOGETHER The world of birth preparation is an enormous industry, an industry that couples have to navigate at the most vulnerable and important time of their lives. When you ask women what they are looking for, they will often talk about finding a company who will ‘tell them all they need to know’. That could be seen as an understandable response, in life whenever we are venturing into an area we have never been before we will seek out ‘the experts.’ The issue is there are many who will offer expertise but occasionally with that expertise comes personal opinion, bias and unsubstantiated information which at best is unhelpful and at worst will impact a woman’s labour and birth. When anyone is supporting couples during the antenatal period there is no place for crusaders, there is no place for manipulation, there is only space for honest and open communication to impart research-based information. The more information we give the more choices the woman will have. Here at UB Academy we wanted to be able to offer couples a friendly and approachable service which had honesty and integrity at its core, we wanted to be able to deliver expertise in an open and accessible way. An integral part of our work with couples is to REFRAME embedded fears and anxieties, concerns and thoughts that have become engrained in a woman’s subconscious. Beliefs and thoughts that are played on repeat in a woman’s mind eventually become an inevitable outcome, we try and encourage couples to recognise even the most anxiety inducing scenario will have a positive aspect, it may not be the ideal but if faced with that particular situation our packages will ensure the couple are prepared and can make the decisions that feel right for them. Our role when we work with you as a couple is NOT…. 💫 to make decisions you. 💫 to tell you how to think and feel. 💫 to place bias towards certain information. 💫 to brush over your fears. 💫 to give promises or guarantees. HOWEVER our role IS.... 💫 to offer up to date, research-based information. 💫 to support what feels right for you. 💫 to support all women having all births. 💫 to encourage positivity and self-belief. 💫 to reframe your fears.
🌟WEANING CLASS🌟 Wednesday 28th October at 7p 🌟WEANING CLASS🌟 Wednesday 28th October at 7pm We are excited to be hosting a virtual weaning workshop with the wonderful paediatric dietitian @tinytummies_rd All you need to know about weaning from the expert. The workshop will cover: WHEN - When is it time to wean; guidelines and signs to watch out for / myths. HOW - How to start weaning; routine, first tastes & timing. STYLE - Puree vs Baby Led weaning. ALLERGY - Top 6 allergens and introduction. STAGES - Texture and finger foods. CONSIDERATIONS - Salt, water, vitamins. QUESTIONS Don’t miss out on this interactive session with Suzie, all from the comfort of your sofa. To book your place email us at info@ubacademy.co.uk or tag below/DM and we will be in touch. Class price £25. #weaningcourse #whentowean #howtowean #paediatricdietitian #babyledweaningideas #babypureehomemade #firstbabyfood #newbaby2020 #babyduringpandemic #firsttimemum #ubacademy #informedisbest #knowledgeispower #postpartumjourney #postnatalsupport #mumssupportingmums
Exhausted? Bad mum bun? Just given birth? Leaky bo Exhausted? Bad mum bun? Just given birth? Leaky boobs? Sore and swollen? If sitting down is painful try this super easy trick to take the pressure off your swollen bits! -Grab a towel or blanket -Roll up each end half way, leaving a small gap in the middle. -Place on chair/sofa -Sit with a bum cheek on each roll so that your perineal area and labia are in the gap on the towels....reducing contact/pressure to your vagina. Top Tip: set up a few around the house, sofa, chair, bed etc. If you are watching this and pregnant hit the save button and you will thank me for it later!
Here are some of the gorgeous babe and mamas who c Here are some of the gorgeous babe and mamas who completed our UB Baby Massage course last week. We had such a lovely few weeks together, will miss you all today! Next face to face course starts November 2nd at 10am The Hub @naturalbabyshower **TWO PLACES REMAIN!** Head to our website to book your place on this 5 week course with Laura. #babymassageclasses #ubacademy #postpartumsupport #postnatalclasses #babymassagesurrey #mummyandbabytime #firsttimemum #mumssupportingmums #surreymummy #makingmumfriends #babyyoga #colicrelief #constipationreliefbaby #babysleeproutine
NEW BLOG...Water Births I loved using the pool fo NEW BLOG...Water Births I loved using the pool for all 3 of my labours, 2/3 were born in the pool (1/3 down the toilet....😱 that’s a whole different story though) The feeling of the warm water was so wonderful, definitely helped me, I can’t recommend it enough. Check out our latest blog to see what midwife Sally has to say about the benefits of a water birth... “For many years, midwives have encouraged women to use water during pregnancy and labour because they have found it’s calming, and soothing properties really assist with progress and pain relief. I have observed over the years, that women react to pain in different ways and that although water does not give complete pain relief, it often reduces the pain women feel to a manageable level, so they do not need additional methods of pain relief during their labour. The principal being the same as using warm water to relax and unwind at the end of a hard day – a warm bath eases aches and pains and aids relaxation….. Research suggests that the warm soothing effect of the water helps the body produce endorphin hormones; these are the body’s own natural painkillers. These endorphins also act as mood uplifters and can also help to stimulate surges naturally making labour shorter...” Continue reading on the blog for 8 facts Sally has shared with you, link above 👆🏻 Is the pool on your birth plan???? Or have you had a water birth? Please do share! 📸 @rebeccasearleportraits our lovely UB photographer. Unfortunately Becca was going to come to my last labour but Juniper was too speedy. Maybe I will have to have a 4th just for the pics....... 🤪 #waterbirths #hypnobirthingworks #naturalpainrelief #knowledgeispower #midwifeledantenatalclasses #facetofaceantenatalclasses #hypnobirthinginfarnham #homebirthstory #ubacademy #positivebirth
#waveoflight2020 TONIGHT...Thursday October 15th #waveoflight2020 TONIGHT...Thursday October 15th at 7pm in every time zone. Light a candle with other families all around the world to remember all loved and longed for babies who have gone too soon. Post a picture of your candle on social media with #waveoflight at 7pm local time to join in with a virtual wave of light.) A beautiful remembrance and to act as a virtual cuddle for too many broken hearts. #blaw2020 #internationalwaveoflight2020 #youarenotalone #pregnancylossawarenessmonth #ubacademy
Optimal Foetal Positioning, what exactly is it and Optimal Foetal Positioning, what exactly is it and what can you do help? Last night during our pregnancy yoga we spoke a lot about the importance of a baby’s position before labour begins. The term ‘Optimal Fetal Positioning’ was created by birth educator Pauline Scott and midwife Jean Sutton years ago to describe how women can help their babies to assume the best position for a safe and straightforward birth. Ideally, your baby lines up to fit through your pelvis as easily as possible. The best position for this is Left Occiput Anterior (LOA). To be in this position, baby needs to be head down, with your baby’s back on the left side of the front of your tummy. Baby’s face is pointing midway between your right hip and spine. Your baby’s head will easily move to a ‘chin tucked to chest’ position so that the smallest part of the head presses down onto your cervix first. HOWEVER this does not mean if your baby isn’t LOA that there is something wrong. We spoke about years gone by, how our Granny’s were when they were pregnant, they didn’t work at much in an office for example, but were more active at home, manually, on their hands and knees cleaning the floors for example, scrubbing that front door step 😂😂 Now we live a more sedentary life, generally sitting for longer periods of time on a computer, or watching television on a big slouchy sofa! During pregnancy yoga and our antenatal classes we discuss lots of tips to encourage an optimum position for your baby, a few are below... ✨Try to keep knees lower than hips, using cushions under your bottom and your lower back.. ✨Kneel on the floor leaning over beanbag, cushions or birth ball when watching tv. ✨Sit facing the back of a chair, resting arms on the back of the chair. ✨Use a wedge or cushion under your bottom when driving to avoid pelvis tilting back. ✨When resting/sleeping, lie on your side, preferably left, with a pillow in between your legs. And lastly use your yoga practice.... do not underestimate the power of a simple all fours position. #knowledgeispower #pregnancyyogafarnham #optimalfoetalpositioning #midwifeled #antenatalclassessurrey #birthpreperation #kghypnobirthing #yogaforpregnancy
The beautiful quote by Virginia Woolf, “I am roo The beautiful quote by Virginia Woolf, “I am rooted, but I flow”... Feeling rooted is so important during pregnancy, not just in yoga, but in your every day life. Feeling confident, feeling empowered and knowledgeable. But also open to new ways, new information, different paths. It’s about balance right? Following your path, but also going with the flow, it’s ok not to be in control of everything, because some things you can’t control. It’s about growing and flowing, being true to yourself but also being open-minded. What does it mean to you???? Can’t wait for my pregnancy yoga class tonight at @thestudiodurhamhouse. Midwife Sally is coming along for the Q&A session which is going to be fab. The next 6 week block commences in November and that is now FULLY BOOKED. (Thank you thank you thank you!! 😘) December dates coming soon so keep a look out. Still Monday afternoon places available though so come and join us at 13:30-14:30, Book via website. 📸 @iuliastration love this so much I’ve posted it again! #yogaforpregnancy #pregnancyyogafarnham #facetofaceyogaclass #antenatalclassesfarnham #yogaforbirth #knowledgeispower #positivebirth #activebirth #iamrootedbutiflow #pregnantin2020 #pregnancyjourney
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