Calmbirth Blog
Articles and stories from Calmbirth’s educators
An open mind is an open body…
Birth Preparation
Thanks NZ calmbirth families for adapting to ZOOM. Just like birth, sometimes things can change, unfold a way we didn't expect. Thanks for remaining positive for yourselves and your babies,…
Calmbirth couple share their gratitude for Calmbirth as part of the Pilot Study in Auckland City Hospital
Birth Preparation
A Calmbirth couple share their gratitude on being given the opportunity to do the Calmbirth course as part of the Calmbirth Pilot Study at the Auckland City Hosptial.
Welcome to the world Aryo Maxwell Rahimi
Birth Stories
Wowee! Thank you so much for the tips and tricks we learnt at Calmbirth classes. Absolutely invaluable! Especially so as I had to be induced. Developed pregnancy induced hypertension at…
A Positive Birth Story
Birth Stories
This beautiful couple joined my Calmbirth class earlier in the year. Here is their birth story…. I gave birth to my perfect little girl Alexia on the 1st June (feels…
The Calmbirth Conversation Podcast Episode 13. Support for breastfeeding, baby sleep and attachment
Postnatal Care
In episode 13 of the Calmbirth Conversation Podcast, Calmbirth Director, Karen McClay talks to the Founder of Possums & Co & Medical Director & lactation consultant, Pamela Douglas about how…
Breastfeeding on Demand
Postnatal Care
It's World Breastfeeding Week! This year's theme is: "Protect breastfeeding: a shared responsibility". The theme highlights the importance of support - right from a nuclear level through to a more…
Calmbirth mum’s testimonial for being given the opportunity to do Calmbirth as part of the Pilot Study in Auckland City Hospital
Birth Preparation
A single mum shares her gratitude on being given the opportunity to do the Calmbirth course as part of the Calmbirth Pilot Study at the Auckland City Hosptial. Here is…
Using a comb for labour pain relief!
Child Birth Techniques
How do the combs work? They are a simple, effective and wonderful pain management tool that help women in labour as they act as a powerful distraction or a focal point…
The Calmbirth Conversation Podcast Episode 12.Support in Perinatal Mental Health.Creating a Safe, Private environment in the fourth trimester
Postnatal Care
Calmbirth Director, Karen McClay chats with Perinatal, Child and Family Psychologist, Rachel Bridge about creating a safe, calm and private environment in the fourth trimester.