The Birth Map: boldly going where no birth plan has gone before by Catherine Bell This is the second edition of my book. THE BIRTH MAP is designed to encourage note taking and to record your journey (there is even space for your birth story). Pour yourself into the book, creating a keepsake. It …
I’m the custodian of some powerful knowing, But like seeds, it won’t grow without sowing, Knowledge shared is a gift For it gives a lift And gets the power flowing. The Birth Map evolved in my heart Four births of my own at its start It is ready now for sharing With those who …
What is the difference between Support and Assistance? Do you know if you will meet resistance? Who is on your side and on your behalf can speak? Are you prepared if you end ‘up the creek’? Assistance is great, if you need it for sure. But without Support your prognosis is poor. In birthing and …
I updated this post, and then realised there were pending comments. Some of those comments were no longer relevant with the update, so I didn’t approve them. One stood out because it was very defensive (the original post referred to a particular story, and even though it was only used as an example the author …
Baby born on side of road. Birth Plan thrown out. Read More »
My internet failed tonight which caused me quite a fright My webinar was set to go live I was ready to jive But found myself in a plight Then I realised my mistake What a stupid error to make! I see my timing now Was as you make your vow Followed by many …
A play on words…
What constitutes a ‘good’ birth story?
And who gets to decide?
Whilst the far majority of people plan an assisted birth for their primary pathway when creating a birth map, the benefits of considering unassisted birth are undeniable.
The language you use in your birth plan is as important as the decisions that back it up.
Many a well researched birth plan has been discarded because the language was passive.
Have you got an Active Birth Plan?
Hey People! Leave that cord alone!
