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B.R.A.I.N.

B.R.A.I.N. Guide to help you making an informed decision about an intervention.

I reborn and I become a mother

5 years ago I reborn and I become a mother. I know now were acts of obstetric violence

Welcome to Ânia Freitas' wee space

Hello everyone, Welcome to my brand new website. In this wee space, I will be sharing some thoughts or information about different topics...

There is no "humanized" episiotomy. Repeat that. by Melania Amorim

By Ina May Gaskin

“It is important to keep in mind that our bodies must work pretty well, or their wouldn't be so many humans on the planet.“

Lochia

After you give birth your baby is not the only using a nappy, because you will have a vaginal bleeding which is called lochia.

Eating and Drinking during labour (Part 2)

Some say that labour is like a marathon, in reality the body goes through an incredible physical process, so it makes sense that you it need

Eating and Drinking during labour (part 1)

But where comes the idea that you cannot eat during labour?

What is... Episiotomy

Episiotomy is a surgical procedure, which consists of making a cut in the perineum to widen birth canal to facilitate the birth of the baby.

Vernix

Vernix Did you know? Vernix caseosa, more known as just vernix, is a white, cheesy-looking substance that covers the baby skin while in the

Are Doulas basically the same as midwives?

Are Doulas basically the same as midwives? No! Each of them have a very different role when supporting people through pregnancy, birth and