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Jeanne, you are brave and strong and courageous. Baby Kaëlan is absolutely gorgeous. Thank you for sharing your story Jeanne and we wish you all the love in the world. "Just wanted to let you know how grateful I am to have been recommended your TENS machine for my baby's birth.  The pregnancy was incredibly unexpected for me and even though it was the biggest blessing life had given to me, there was a lot of fear as I was doing this totally alone - no partner, no family and all my closest friends far from where I live. Having...

Fiona steps us through her labour and explains when she bought in tools and techniques to help her progress. Being prepared for labour is key to feeling in control and having a range of pain relief strategies can make all the difference when your goal is a natural birth. Fiona used a swiss ball, TENS machine, hot water bottle, birthing pool, breathing techniques, movement (swaying and support), vocalisation, distraction and support from her birthing partner and husband. Congratulations on your natural birth Fiona and thank you for sharing your story. 1.45am  - woke with first contraction - was contracting every...

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...