by Your Private Midwife | Feb 27, 2025 | The Bailey Blog
Women have the absolute right to choose where they give birth and who supports them. That’s not up for debate. It’s not something a hospital “allows.” It’s not a privilege granted by maternity policies. It’s a fundamental right. Yet, in modern maternity...
by Your Private Midwife | Feb 20, 2025 | The Bailey Blog
More Than You Think! For years, women were stuck squeezing into underwear designed for them but not by them. We endured rolling waistbands, rib poking bones, underwires, mystery seams, and the sheer audacity of fabric that dug into places it had no business digging...
by Your Private Midwife | Feb 9, 2025 | The Bailey Blog
If you’ve ever been in labour (or even just googled anything about birth ), you’ve probably heard the phrase: “You’re X centimetres dilated.” And if you’re anything like most people, you immediately start doing the math in your head, trying to predict exactly when...
by Your Private Midwife | Dec 13, 2024 | The Bailey Blog
Congratulations-you’re pregnant! Now what? Whether this is your first rodeo or you’ve been down this road before, discovering you’re expecting can bring a mix of emotions: excitement, nerves, and a thousand questions. As a private midwife specialising in curated,...
by Your Private Midwife | Nov 25, 2024 | The Bailey Blog
The benefits of hiring a doula as part of your birth team. What does Doula mean? The word doula comes from the Greek word doulē, the meaning of which translates to female helper or maidservant. What does a doula do during pregnancy? Doulas do not provide clinical care...
by Your Private Midwife | Oct 9, 2024 | The Bailey Blog
In a world where women are redefining what it means to take charge of their lives—from career domination to curating every detail of their personal space—it’s no surprise that pregnancy and birth is the next frontier of empowered choice. Homebirth is rising in...
by Your Private Midwife | Sep 23, 2024 | The Bailey Blog
Heard of the Harmony Test or NIPT?No? well let’s talk about why it’s worth considering. NIPT (Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing) is a simple, early blood test available from just 10 weeks that screens for potential genetic abnormalities in your baby. Think of it as your...
by Your Private Midwife | Aug 19, 2024 | The Bailey Blog
Is Hospital Really Safer Than Home Birth? Let’s Talk Evidence. So, you’re planning your birth and wondering, Is a hospital birth really safer than a home birth? It’s the million-dollar question, and like any high-achieving woman, you’re not settling for anything less...
by Your Private Midwife | Jun 18, 2024 | The Bailey Blog
Why should I book a private midwife? Why You Should Book with a Private Midwife? There are countless reasons to choose an independent midwife, but let’s dive into the biggest one here: we place YOU right at the center of your care. In mainstream services, you might...
by Your Private Midwife | Jun 13, 2024 | The Bailey Blog
A simple overview of how to access a midwife in your local area. But firstly Congratulations on your pregnancy…lets go! Bailey the founder and lead midwife at Your Private Midwife, is going to answer a commonly asked question for you. How do I book my first...
