Articles

Here I share what I have gathered through almost 2 decades of learning, teaching and supporting women and families, studying birth and listening closely to women’s experiences.

You’ll find writing about pregnancy, birth preparation, hormones, movement, breastfeeding, postnatal recovery and emotional wellbeing — alongside deeper explorations of maternity culture, autonomy and birth in the news.

My work brings together evidence, traditional wisdom, practical experience and a deep trust in women’s bodies. I won’t tell you what choices to make. My aim is to help you understand your body, explore your options and strengthen your confidence in your own discernment.

Take your time. Follow what speaks to you. And if you would like someone beside you as you prepare for pregnancy, birth or the months beyond, you can explore my classes and support here in the Forest of Dean and online.

Topic Index

These articles have been categorised to the best of my ability!

Open one of the topics below to explore, or if you’re looking for something particular and can’t find it let me know here

Baby Loss, Death & Rites of Passage, Closing the Bones, Rebozo, Rites of Passage, Rituals, Women’s Wellness, Womb Wisdom, shiatsu Emma Gleave Baby Loss, Death & Rites of Passage, Closing the Bones, Rebozo, Rites of Passage, Rituals, Women’s Wellness, Womb Wisdom, shiatsu Emma Gleave

When a Pregnancy Ends: Supporting a Miscarriage Naturally

Miscarriage is not necessarily a medical event. It is a birth, a death, a physical process and an experience of grief.

This guide explores natural or expectant miscarriage, including how long you may choose to wait, signs that medical help is needed, and ways to prepare and care for your body. It also considers homeopathy, shiatsu, nourishing food, loving touch, ceremony and the importance of being properly held through pregnancy loss.

You do not have to navigate miscarriage alone.

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