Kirstie Broughton
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...
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Kirstie's Blog
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
Holding Space – What does this mean?
When I first became a doula I didn’t know what was meant by ‘holding space’. I now know it means a variety of things but I still find it...
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 Standing (4 of 6)
Today’s pregnancy yoga taster is the standing sequence. This section can be practiced after the warm up, all fours and kneeling sequences...
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, 20231 min
Pregnancy Yoga Warm Up (1 of 6)
Hi everyone Thanks for taking a look at today’s pregnancy yoga taster video. Today is the first part of a series of 6 tasters. You can...
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, 20231 min
Pregnancy Yoga taster for OFP
Today’s pregnancy yoga taster has been put together with optimum foetal positioning (OFP) in mind. To encourage your baby in to the OFP...
Kirstie Broughton
May 16, 20232 min
What is a cervical sweep and should I have one?
When will I have a sweep? Before birth you may be offered a ‘membrane sweep’, also known as a ‘cervical sweep’, to induce labour....
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, 20231 min
Pregnancy Yoga for Trimester 2 by Breathe Birth Yoga
Today’s yoga taster of suitable for trimesters 2 of your pregnancy. It’s a general routine and works the whole body rather than focusing...
Kirstie Broughton
May 16, 20233 min
Should I hire a birth doula during a pandemic?
The short answer is Yes! There are loads of ways a doula can support you through your birth, even with the current restrictions within...
Kirstie Broughton
May 16, 20231 min
Pregnancy Yoga for a Confident Birth
Today’s 10 minute pregnancy yoga taster is nearer 20 minutes, once I get going I just can’t stop haha! The theme, or thought for this...
Kirstie Broughton
May 16, 20231 min
Pregnancy Yoga for Birth
Today’s pregnancy yoga taster is very gentle and suitable for trimester 3 of pregnancy. This routine can also be practiced during early...
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