We’re working to deliver all orders on time, due to high demand there may be a small delay. All orders within the UK qualify for free standard tracked delivery. Thank you for understanding.

Bits + Boobs » Pregnancy

Filter by:

Pregnancy Birth New Mum Newborn
Pregnancy and Covid-19 in May 2020 - information and advice from Dr Emma Ferriman

Pregnancy and Covid-19 in May 2020 - information and advice from Dr Emma Ferriman

This weeks blog is written for My Expert Midwife by Dr Emma Ferriman, MBChB, FRCOG, who is a consultant in Obstetrics and Fetal Medicine, Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust. Pregnancy can... Read More
Posted on
What you do in Hypnobirthing Classes

What you do in Hypnobirthing Classes

Author: Katharine Graves - Founder of KG Hypnobirthing author of the international best seller, The Hypnobirthing Book,    What is Hypnobirthing? The word hypnobirthing is a generic term that covers a wide range... Read More
Posted on
What you do in Hypnobirthing Classes
Mental health in pregnancy

Mental health in pregnancy

Perinatal mental health is the umbrella term for all mental health conditions around pregnancy, including the year after birth. You may also hear terms such as prenatal/antenatal depression and postnatal... Read More
Posted on
Self Care in Pregnancy and Birth During COVID-19

Self Care in Pregnancy and Birth During COVID-19

These are scary, worrying, weird times for the birthing population worldwide. Mentions of viral spread, illness and death are omnipresent. Most of us are worried, anxious the majority of the... Read More
Posted on
Self Care in Pregnancy and Birth During COVID-19
6 Things You Wanted To Know About Pregnancy But Daren’t Ask

6 Things You Wanted To Know About Pregnancy But Daren’t Ask

Pregnancy can be a time of intense learning and discovery. From day one until the arrival of your baby, new questions and doubts are likely to arise daily. Many of... Read More
Posted on
Human Birth Rights in a Pandemic

Human Birth Rights in a Pandemic

Author: Debs Neiger Independent Midwife   Many of us don’t think about pregnancy, birth and the postnatal period as being inextricably connected to Human Rights. We take for granted that... Read More
Posted on
Human Birth Rights in a Pandemic
Pregnancy during COVID-19

Pregnancy during COVID-19

Many women and their families are concerned about how the strain on the HSE and the advice to socially distance themselves will affect their care during pregnancy. Whereas it is... Read More
Posted on
Reusable Maternity/Period Pads

Reusable Maternity/Period Pads

Although changing to reusable pads may seem like a big step, they are easy to care for and to reuse. They are also surprisingly easy to wear and have good absorbency, so not only do you feel more comfortable wearing them, but you can feel good about helping to save the planet too.
Posted on
Reusable Maternity/Period Pads
You’re pregnant! What happens next?

You’re pregnant! What happens next?

50% of pregnancies are planned, and the other 50% are surprises! Some are longed for babies and others are a shock for women and can take a while to come... Read More
Posted on
Pets, Pregnancy and Your Newborn

Pets, Pregnancy and Your Newborn

Your pets may have had your undivided attention before the arrival of your baby. They may be worried by unusual smells and sounds like crying from your baby and different noises made by new equipment in their environment. You could always ask someone to settle and change your baby whilst you spend time reassuring your pet, this way everyone gets familiar with having a new baby in the house.
Posted on
Pets, Pregnancy and Your Newborn