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From bystander to anchor | what real birth partner support looks like in labour

From bystander to anchor | what real birth partner support looks like in labour

Most birth partners plan to “just be there” — but labour needs more than presence. Discover what active, grounded support looks like, how your calm shapes labour hormones, and the practical skills tha... ...more

Antenatal and Birth education ,Birth Partner

December 04, 20258 min read

The silent partner problem: why birth partners need to step up — and how preparation changes everything

The silent partner problem: why birth partners need to step up — and how preparation changes everything

Too many birth partners are told to “just be there”, and it shows. We'll discuss how unprepared support shapes the birth experience, why attitude matters, and how real preparation transforms confidenc... ...more

Antenatal and Birth education ,Birth Partner

October 27, 20258 min read

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