Kirstie Broughton
Hypnobirthing & Antenatal. Is it right for me?
You might be wondering if a hypnobirthing course is right for you. You may be considering an antenatal course without the #hypnobirthing...
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Welcome to Kirstie's Blog! Here you'll discover a variety of blogs, videos, yoga tasters, and relaxation techniques designed to empower and support you. We aim to enhance your knowledge and provide valuable recommendations, resources and information for further support. Enjoy exploring!
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Kirstie Broughton
May 16, 20232 min
Give the gift of a memorable birth…for all the right reasons!
I know that a lot of people see doula support, antenatal education, #birth preparation and #postnatal planning as a luxury that only the...
Kirstie Broughton
May 16, 20236 min
Top tips: Labour and Birth Progression
Once labour starts the latent phase/early labour can go on for days, and birth can seem like a long way off. You may have been told that...
Kirstie Broughton
May 16, 20231 min
Pregnancy Yoga Kneeling (3 of 6)
Today is the third video in our set of 6, it’s a kneeling sequence, as part of our pregnancy yoga routine. I hope you’ve enjoyed...
Kirstie Broughton
May 16, 20231 min
Pregnancy Yoga All Fours (2 of 6)
Today is the second in a set of 6 pregnancy yoga videos that I’ve recorded for you. Over the coming weeks I will be posting a video each...
Kirstie Broughton
May 16, 20234 min
You can say no to a vaginal exam!
How to know when I’m in established labour, without a vaginal exam There are many reasons why a person may not want a vaginal exam during...
Kirstie Broughton
May 16, 20233 min
What is the Bishops score?
Lots of people have never heard about the Bishops score, let alone know what it is. If you’re a regular follower of mine you’ll know that...
Kirstie Broughton
May 16, 20234 min
Rights and Choices in Maternity Care
Recently in particular I’m hearing so many stories about cohersion, lack of consent, lack of options and a feeling of going back 80 years...
Kirstie Broughton
May 16, 20233 min
Make the most of pregnancy offers/freebies
Pregnancy and being a new parent can be an expensive time, so make sure you take advantage of the freebies and offers available to you....
Kirstie Broughton
May 16, 20232 min
What is relaxin during pregnancy?
When you’re pregnant you have more of a hormone called relaxin in your body. This is the hormone that relaxes the ligaments in your...
Kirstie Broughton
May 16, 20231 min
Pregnancy Yoga – Warriors
Today’s pregnancy yoga taster is suitable for the second trimester of pregnancy. There’s a few warriors, plus downward dog, chair pose...
Kirstie Broughton
May 16, 20233 min
When the unexpected happens during birth
I wanted to start by saying I think it’s a good idea to be knowledgeable about your body and birth to start with. However you’re never...
Kirstie Broughton
May 16, 20233 min
Baby Sleep Tips
The ever elusive sleep! It’s on the top of nearly every parents wish list! I’ve recently completed a course in Holistic Sleep Coaching...
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