Are you scared? Use this tool to help you decide what is right for you.

Wondering what to buy for your newborn? Look right here for the top ten essential items a newborn baby will need.

As the crisp winter air wraps around us like a comforting blanket, there's something magical about the journey of motherhood during this cozy season. Today, I’m going to encourage you to slow down a bit. And I know if you have older children that’s hard, its so easy to get caught up in their excitement. So I’m going to ask you to find some joy in these little moments, to stop and appreciate them. The flash by so quickly. If you are expecting a baby the art of slow living, finding joy in the little moments, and embracing the warmth that comes with this special time in your life, is such a blessing that is so easily missed, in the hustle and bustle of Christmas Parties, nights out (because its your last for a while) and the pressure that goes with that…

Eating well in pregnancy is a given, right? We all know what we should and should not be eating, but its not that easy!

Congratulations on your positive pregnancy test! I’m Gill From Your Cozy Birth and I’m a local hypnobirthing teacher. I get a lot of calls asking me how to book with maternity services and so I thought I’d post you some links. To book to have your baby in Rotherham you have two choices…

click here for useful websites and information for pregnancy and beyond

Blog post discussing the transition of Medway Hypnobirth into my lovely new Your Cozy Birth.

Alright, so let's talk about labour pain – it's no joke! But guess what? There's a nifty trick that might just make it a tad more bearable, and it involves a humble wide-toothed comb. Yep, you read that right! In this post, we're going to take a look at how this simple tool can be a game-changer for when you are in labour.

Getting to know your labour.

Why you should ignore your Estimated Due Date. Its really a ‘Guess Date’. and a top tip for the end of pregnancy

There is a very good chance that you will spend the majority of your labour at home. The ideal environment for this is more than just a physical space; it's a carefully crafted sanctuary that fosters a sense of warmth, peace, and comfort.

Pregnancy is such a beautiful journey, but its not all sweetness and light. Its uncomfortable and sometimes downright painful. It can cause itching as your skin stretches and stretch marks can result. I’m going to show you some of the things you can do to help. and show you some additional benefits…

Wistfully Waiting - that period of time when you are ready to meet your baby, but your baby is not quite ready to meet you.

Should you be telling anyone that you are in Labour at all? Or are you planning to give birth in a Party atmosphere? Who should you tell?

I choose not to tell anyone in my family that I was in labour the first time around (admittedly it was before the days of the internet, but still the phone worked!). They had all asked me to let them know. It wasn’t a decision that I had even thought about until they all started asking.

What is PAPP-A? what implications does it have for pregnancy? Why does PAPP-A matter?

The PAPP-A bloods are an optional blood test taken at your first scan as part of the Genetic Screening…….

Today, I want to talk about a topic that is especially important for new parents - taking care of yourself in the first 40 days after having a baby. This period, often called the postnatal period, can be overwhelming, emotional, and exhausting. However, it's also a time of incredible joy and cozying down with your new little one. So, it's essential to prioritise self-care during this time to ensure that you are taking care of both yourself and your baby.

Welcome to my blog! This is a little post all about me.

A Maternity Wardrobe for all Seasons

This is the story of Lilly’s Birth