by Kate Vivian | May 30, 2019 | blog
Here are my 10 tips for a successful VBAC – from my own VBAC journey. My first birth was a non-elective (emergency) c-section. My next two births were both VBACs, so I know it is possible! For some women, subsequent births via c-sections may be necessary. Or it...
by Kate Vivian | May 29, 2019 | blog
Hypnobirthing and Caesareans I often get asked ‘what happens if I have a caesarean – can I still use hypnobirthing?’ My answer – absolutely! Hypnobirthing Australia™ is not just about preparing for a natural birth. It is about preparing...
by Kate Vivian | May 27, 2019 | Uncategorized
Let’s talk eating during labour. Can you eat during labour? The short answer is, Yes. For low-risk women, the World Health Organisation recommends eating and drinking during labour, if you feel like it. Why it is important to eat and drink during labour?...
by Kate Vivian | May 24, 2019 | birth, hypnobirthing australia, pregnancy
Have you ever considered how you were brought up or how we are conditioned to act in social settings impacts birth? Now, let me preface this by saying I am the stereotypyical ‘good girl’ in so many ways. If I am in a restaurant I don’t like to complain even when...
by Kate Vivian | May 23, 2019 | Uncategorized
Star joined me to prepare for the birth of her third baby. Although she had had two beautiful, natural births previously, Star was looking for a calmer experience for this birth – I think she got it! Being prepared Third baby obviously so I knew the signs to...