
The best pregnancy and parenting books for your shelf
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October 9, 2015/by sylda
Does natural induction work?
Often as women approach the end of their pregnancy, the question…
September 19, 2015/by sylda
Better to be looking at it, than looking for it!
One of the most common questions I get asked at my workshops…
September 6, 2015/by sylda
One more reason to book a GentleBirth workshop!
If you've been humming and hawing about coming to AlphaBirth…
August 5, 2015/by sylda
What does your gut say?
We hear the phrase "evidence-based care" a lot these days when…
July 11, 2015/by sylda
Win a GentleBirth workshop!
To celebrate AlphaBirth's new location in Dun Laoghaire and our…
June 24, 2015/by sylda
5 phrases for birth partners to use during labour
Birth partners play such an important role for women not only…
May 6, 2015/by sylda
Freaking out about giving birth? Here are 3 hacks to get labour-ready
Remember that birth scene in Knocked Up, where the doctor tells…
April 3, 2015/by sylda
3 must-haves for your hospital bag (that you probably don’t have)
February 24, 2015/by sylda
6 ways to avoid an episiotomy
An episiotomy is the name used to describe a surgical cut with…
January 27, 2015/by sylda
How will I know when to go to the hospital?
You've been waiting for this day for nine months. Your hospital…
December 19, 2014/by sylda
10 great tips for grandmothers to support new parents
Welcoming a new baby into the family is such an exciting time,…
October 30, 2014/by sylda
7 reasons for Dads to come to a GentleBirth workshop
Why should Dads come to a GentleBirth workshop?
This is one…
September 30, 2014/by sylda
Birth preferences: positions for labour and birth
When we think about births we have seen on TV or in films, it…
August 9, 2014/by sylda
Win a Theraline Nursing Pillow and Extra Cover
Ireland has a new kid on the baby and toddler supplies block…
August 4, 2014/by sylda
11 Things You Need to Know About Having a Baby
Having a baby is such a unique and special time. Bringing a new…
July 28, 2014/by sylda
Water birth comes to the Coombe
There has been a very positive development for birth choices…
July 14, 2014/by sylda
Birth preferences: what about vaginal exams?
Last week we looked at the importance of birth preferences and how…
June 12, 2014/by sylda
Do I need birth preferences?
During your pregnancy you'll hear a lot of discussion about "birth…
June 3, 2014/by sylda
Competition! Win a voucher worth €80 to have your baby’s ultrasound photo captured on canvas
I'm delighted to launch a lovely competition in association with…
May 28, 2014/by sylda
Choosing the right obstetrician for you
If you’ve just found out that you’re pregnant, or you’re…
May 5, 2014/by sylda
Choosing the right maternity care for you
If you’re expecting a baby there’s a whole new world about…
April 25, 2014/by sylda
An exclusive new offer for AlphaBirth couples – 60% off a {Fresh} 48 Newborn Photography Session
AlphaBirth has teamed with innovative birth photographer Angela…
January 19, 2014/by sylda
2nd edition of The Irish Caesarean and VBAC Guide out now!
The much anticipated second edition of the Irish…
January 11, 2014/by sylda
NEW! GentleBirth Cocoon – headphones designed for ultimate comfort and privacy
I am delighted to introduce an exciting new product to the Birth…
December 22, 2013/by sylda
Welcome to AlphaBirth – your GentleBirth classes in Dublin
AlphaBirth is delighted to offer couples in the South County…
September 4, 2013/by sylda