Calmbirth Blog
Articles and stories from Calmbirth’s educators
Molli’s calm breathing helped her stay focussed during her fast labour
Birth Stories
On the 12th of June our daughter was born. We did not expect to have such a fast labour being a first time mum, thankfully the education we got from…
The power of surrending in birth…Britt and Mitch’s birth journey
Birth Stories
My pregnancy was our first after years of trying naturally, 4 rounds of IVF, and 7 embryo transfers. Throughout that journey, I lost a lot of confidence in myself and…
Affectionately known as ‘lil Ravioli’ makes his grand entrance into the world
Birth Stories
Ravi George Petterson (affectionately known as Sonny or lil Ravioli) arrived on Monday 3/6/24 at 00:58 bum first via the sunroof, weighing a healthy 3.2kg.
Introducing Phoenix Jessiah Thompson to the world!
Birth Stories
Introducing Phoenix Jessiah Thompson to the world! Born at 1:13am on the 17th June and weighing in at 3.06 (6.7 lbs) and 50cm (19.6 in.)
The beautiful and calm birth of Audrey – which all went as planned.
Birth Stories
I went into labour 10 days later than my due date at 3:30am on the 12th of May. Contractions came on pretty quickly and were 2-3 minutes apart almost immediately.…
Olivia’s open mind to accepting unexpected changes during the birth of her beautiful baby boy
Birth Stories
On the 11th of June, we welcomed our little boy into the world. Unfortunately he didn't want to come on his own at 41+4 so we needed to be induced…
Breastfeeding…
motherhood
As an IBCLC I hear a lot of new mums talk about how painful their breastfeeding journey had been and it saddens me. One of the biggest tips I give…
Five tips to prepare for parenthood…
Parenting
Are you expecting a baby and feeling unprepared for birth and parenthood? You aren’t alone. For many women growing up in Western culture, childbirth has been removed from our lives.…
Getting To Know Calmbirth Educator Andrea Buckler
Educators
Since 2018, I've embarked on a deeply fulfilling journey as a midwife at the largest tertiary hospital in the southern hemisphere. My days are spent primarily in the vibrant, dynamic…