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If you're the sort of person who likes to know the 'how' behind how something works, then read our explanation of how TENS works to block pain through the pain gate theory. The gate control theory of pain suggests that our perception of pain is not just the result of a straightforward signal from our nerves to the brain, but is instead modulated by a "gate" mechanism in the spinal cord. This "gate" can either allow or block pain signals before they reach the brain. If the gate is open, pain signals pass through and are sent to the brain,...

Winter can be a tricky time for parents. Because it's cold, it's harder to get outside, get motivated and stay healthy. Don't let the winter blues kick in! Check out our 14 Tips to Self-Care this Winter.   1. Early to bed Aim to go to bed at the same time each night & wake up at the same time each morning.   2. Hydrate! Drink 8 glasses of water per day. If you're not a water-fan, then drink herbal tea, flavoured or sparkling water.   3. Food Glorious Food Make vege soup with winter root vegetables, get the slow...

If you are the partner of someone who is pregnant or you have been asked to be a birth support person, you have been given a privilege and a responsibility: to provide emotional and physical support to a woman who will need your help through one of the most significant and vulnerable experiences of her life. Being the support person for a woman in labour is a wonderful experience, a great honour – and a particularly personal journey if you are the parent of the baby.  Being a birth support person is also pretty scary – especially if you have...

Abigail enlisted a whole range of pain relief options to support her through giving birth to her beautiful baby Elijah. Read her full birth story now. "I recently hired a TENS from tens hire, after my friend Rachelle's recommendation. I used it constantly for more than 2 days straight during early labour, and also during active labour while in the birthing room in between using water as a pain relief. I found the tens genuinely helpful, and will certainly use it for future births! I was 38 weeks and 4 days pregnant. It was Sunday morning. Around 10 a.m. I...

The simple answer is NO. Not all TENS machines are created equal! Why do you need a TENS machine specifically designed for labour? 1. An Obstetric or Labour TENS has two settings. One setting will be at a lower level of intensity for when you're resting between contractions, and the other setting will be at a much higher intensity for when you are experiencing a contraction. The BOOST button on the side allows you to quickly move from one setting to the other. 2. With a Labour TENS you should receive 4 electrodes for application on your back. Other TENS...