New Parent Support
This is a not-for-profit platform, set up at the beginning of the UK’s Coronavirus lockdown, to provide support and advice for new and expectant mothers. We understand that the global medical community is stretched beyond capacity and the support of birth partners is being limited too. It’s such an important time for you to feel connected and secure, and we want to do all we can to help make that happen.
Here you will find video advice from experts and professionals from topics relating to birth, breastfeeding, post-natal nutrition, newborn health and more.
Online Resources:
National Breastfeeding Helpline (open every single day; 9:30am-9:30pm) – 0300 100 0212
NCT Helpline (open everyday from 8am to midnight) – 0300 330 0700
La Leche League Helpline (open everyday 8am-1pm) – 0345 120 2918
The Breastfeeding Network Helpline – 0300 100 0212
Reflux in Babies
Newborn Support
We chatted to the wonderful Eva @poppy_loves_london to discuss the often overlooked symptoms of reflux in babies, when and how to get medical help and what can be done about it.
Meditation + finding time
New Parent Support
Join the hugely talented (and very zen??!) Sam from @soma.meditation who will talk you through a very effective meditation technique. We discuss the benefits of Vedic meditation and how to find the time in our busy lives.
Long Covid in Kids
New Parent Support
We chat to the hugely talented and knowledgeable Lucinda @naturedockids about strengthening the immune system to protect kids against Coronavirus and help them heal should they develop Long Covid.
Breastfeeding overview for the early days
Breastfeeding
Geraldine Miskin, Breastfeeding Specialist and Founder of Miskin Maternity discusses all things breastfeeding; what to expect in the early days and how to know your baby is getting enough milk.
Positive visualisations to prep for any birth
Preparing for Birth
Michaela Kalusová is a doula, pre and post natal psychology educator and a mother of 2 beautiful children. Studied birth for years and helps other mothers-to-be with hypnobirthing visualisations.
Top tips for new mums and newborn babies
Newborn Support
Fab health tips for new mums by Lucinda Miller! If you have a newborn baby, and you’re sore down below, having trouble breastfeeding, or have any other questions, Lucinda has the answers, as well as recommended products.
The Vagus Nerve
Postnatal Support
Emma Watkins, founder of Agora, explains our Vagus Nerve and why it matters. With included examples for long-term mood improvements.
Fear and Anxiety Release
Postnatal Support
Emma Watkins shares some of her go-to tips and techniques on how to release stress and anxiety through yoga.
Self care for Mamas
Birth + Newborn Support
Tips and simple at-home reflexology techniques to help rest your nervous system and nurture the wellbeing of mothers. Hear from the amazing Megan @reflexologyhouse who has a passion for helping women.
First days to weeks with your newborn baby
Newborn support
Ellie Bebbington, a maternity nurse and mother of 3 discusses her top tips for mother and baby during the first couple of days to weeks.
Newborn Behaviour: Creating Structure
Newborn Support
Nana has 20 years midwifery background and is a certified lactation consultant. In this video she shares her tips on newborn behaviour as a general guide and how to create structure in your newborn’s life from 2-4 weeks.
Creating a positive birthing energy
Birth Support
Raspreet Sagoo shares her three top tips for a healthy positive birthing experience through manifesting and reconditioning your body’s energy and environmental factors.
Tips for a comfortable latch
Breastfeeding
Maria Yasnova is a lactation consultant and discusses how to help you get the baby to take the breast with minimal discomfort.
Common conditions in newborns
Newborn support
Dr Sherina Jane Fernandes shares what action to take when newborns develop common complaints such as rashes, fevers, neonatal snuffles, sticky eye, coughs and more.
Common postnatal conditions
Postnatal support
Dr Catherine Glass & Jemma Shafier from Doctor Care Anywhere share advice on how to spot and manage common post-pregnancy health issues.
Preparing mothers during labour birth and beyond
Preparing for birth + beyond
Thando Zwane is birth Doula, postnatal Doula and carries out hypnobirthing courses. Helping mothers and their partners during Bump, Birth and Beyond.
Reducing stress & anxiety; support for mums and dads
Newborn Support
Phuong, the kinesiologist, and Chris, the martial arts expert discusses how to reduce stress and anxiety during this tough time, as well as giving their top tips on how to stay relaxed as a new mother and father.
Navigating Covid-19 hospital policies during pregnancy
Preparing for birth
Harriet Turner, Senior Midwife, shares her top tips for navigating Covid-19 hospital policies for having a safe and positive birth.
Adrenal Fatigue Burnout
Newborn + Postnatal Support
Emma Watkins, the founder of Agora, shares how to overcome adrenal fatigue burnout with great yoga techniques.
Mum‘s Support Chat
Birth + Newborn Support
Simrat is a certified obstetrician and also a mother and mother-to-be; supporting mothers and mothers-to-be from a mother’s point of view.
Hormonal Balance Yoga
Postnatal support
Emma Watkins, founder of Agora, shares her top tips for hormonal balance through yoga, with a few examples.