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Tongue Ties and Oral Restrictions
Tongue and lip ties are a controversial topic, with many different opinions and perspectives, and very little quality research. I am...
Hannah Jade Willsmore
Feb 1110 min read
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Ask Hannah: What do you think about birth plans? Do midwives hate them?
When it comes to preparing for your birth, have you made a birth plan? Or are you taking the approach of just 'going with the flow'? As a...
Hannah Jade Willsmore
Jan 124 min read
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How I Implement the NDC (Possums) Approach with my Baby
If you're a mum navigating life with a little one, this post is for you! I’m sharing how I personally implemented the Neuroprotective...
Hannah Jade Willsmore
Dec 13, 20245 min read
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Three Simple Steps to Start Preparing for a Positive Birth
As you get closer to your birth, it’s natural to feel a mix of excitement and nerves. But preparation can make all the difference in how...
Hannah Jade Willsmore
Nov 19, 20244 min read
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How to Protect Breastfeeding if You Are Separated from Your Baby
While in the hospital, we always aim to keep mum and baby together, and your baby will routinely 'room in' with you. However, if your...
Hannah Jade Willsmore
Jul 16, 20243 min read
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Planning a VBAC?
Photo of one of our incredible clients who birthed her VBAC baby after two prior caesareans! More and more women are having a cesarean...
Hannah Jade Willsmore
Jul 2, 20243 min read
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The Top Up Trap - How Early Formula Supplementation Affects Breastfeeding.
In this blog post I delve into the top-up trap and its impact on breastfeeding. We explore how supplementing breastfed babies with...
Hannah Jade Willsmore
May 28, 20244 min read
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Ella's Beautiful Hypnobirth
I just wanted to let you know how the birth went! I delivered Monty on 2/4/24 at 2142, weighing 3.82kg, 51.5cm and HC 37cm. I woke that...
Hannah Jade Willsmore
Apr 26, 20243 min read
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What is the difference between a Midwife and Doula?
In the beautiful journey of pregnancy and birth, having the right support team can make such difference to your experience. I often get...
Hannah Jade Willsmore
Mar 16, 20244 min read
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A Midwife's Tips for Packing your Hospital Bag
Packing your hospital bag can be both exciting and overwhelming as you prepare for the birth of your baby. In this article (and...
Hannah Jade Willsmore
Mar 15, 20243 min read
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Planning a Baby? Five Things to Do Now Before You Conceive.
In this blog I dive into the exciting (but sometimes overwhelming!) world of trying for a baby. I love working with preconception...
Hannah Jade Willsmore
Nov 24, 20233 min read
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Our Sleep Journey over the First 12 Months Navigating the Challenges and Embracing the Ups and Downs
Hey there! Welcome to another episode of the Changing Birth podcast! I'm so excited to share our personal experience with you today....
Hannah Jade Willsmore
Oct 24, 20233 min read
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Navigating Birth Interventions: Research, Questions, and Gut Instinct
In today's blog post I dive deep into the world of birth interventions, why it's crucial to research them beforehand, and how to build...
Hannah Jade Willsmore
Sep 1, 20233 min read
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Jess's Hypnobirthing Story
When I found out I was pregnant I was terrified by the thought of childbirth. I had heard so many stories from other woman where they...
Hannah Jade Willsmore
Aug 29, 20232 min read
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Allyson's Hypnobirthing Story
I went into spontaneous labour at 41+5w. I woke up at 6am with mild contractions and wasn't sure if I was actually in labour as I'd...
Hannah Jade Willsmore
Aug 18, 20233 min read
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Kaci's Hypnobirthing Story
Hi Hannah, I just wanted to flick a quick email to thank you for the awesome online hypnobirthing course you have created and for the...
Hannah Jade Willsmore
May 26, 20231 min read
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Sam's Hypnobirthing Story
I went into labour at 11pm with very mild contractions about 8-10 minutes apart, then around midnight I felt fluid leak out and knew it...
Hannah Jade Willsmore
May 26, 20233 min read
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Five Questions to ask when choosing a Childbirth Education Course
As a midwife and childbirth educator I've been working with families as they prepare for the arrival of their baby for over a decade. In...
Hannah Jade Willsmore
May 5, 20235 min read
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Sophie’s Hypnobirthing story - gestational diabetes, spontaneous labour
I had always had an interest in having an unmedicated birth, as I liked the idea of experiencing all the sensations of labour and seeing...
Hannah Jade Willsmore
Dec 8, 20225 min read
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Asher's Hypnobirthing Story
Hi Hannah, My husband and I completed your hypnobirthing classes and I just wanted to email and let you know that we had our little girl...
Hannah Jade Willsmore
Dec 8, 20222 min read
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