Birth education & resources. As a first time mum I had no idea where to start, but with research, and recommendations here are resources that have helped me.
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Reads
Resources
Stretch- Mark prevention & Relaxation
Pre-Natal & Vitamins
Reads
My favourite reads for pregnancy & birth prep
Great Read for an overview of natural birth
Ina May's Guide to Childbirth
If you can read just one pregnancy book, this is it!
Hypnobirthing: A Natural Approach to Birthing
If you want to add faith into your pregnancy and birth, this is your read.
Supernatural Childbirth by Jackie Mize
Resources
If you don't have time for reading, these YouTube channels & apps are a great resource for birth prep
Easy to following breathing techniques
BREATHING Techniques for an EASIER LABOR | How To Breathe During Labor | Birth Doula | Lamaze
Great resource for a faith-filled birth
Christian Hypnobirthing | Faith-Filled Childbirth
Great education for breastfeeding
The Thompson Method Breastfeeding | Pain-Free Breastfeeding
Taking the fear out of birth, breaking down stats and just great education
The Great Birth Rebellion
Free online Antenatal Class
Core & Floor Restore
Stretch- Mark prevention & Relaxation
I used all of these during pregnancy. First trimester alternating between Salus & Belly Butter. Second Trimester using Salus at night and the remaining oils after morning shower. Vitamin E oil all over the body.
Calming pregnancy oil, non-greasy oil, no smell so shouldn't set off nausea
Pregnancy Oil
So yummy, thick and rich if you like a buttery feel
Belly Butter
Perfect to lock in extra moisture, Add on top of what you're using.
Palmer's Cocoa Butter Massage Oil for Stretch Marks 100ml
Beautiful Vitamin E oil for belly and all over body.
Plunkett's Vita E Pure Vitamin E Oil 25ml
Each time after a shower
Palmer's Cocoa Butter Formula Pregnancy Massage Lotion For Stretch Marks 250mL
For any sore muscle areas
Mageze Magnesium Cream 150g
always check with your doc, but a great way to aid skin elasticity
nutracoll Advanced Beauty Collagen 90 Tablets
Pre-Natal & Vitamins
Pre-Natal's and Vitamins can make all the difference in how you feel during pregnancy. These have been my faves to take. Always check with your doctor first!
Great pre-natals, their website also has other great resources and items to help with the pregnancy journey
Kin Fertility | Supporting Your Fertility Journey
Easy to swallow, no bad taste- helped with first trimester fatigue
