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.

Take your time here, use the index, 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, continue on to explore in date order, or if you’re after something particular and can’t find it let me know here

Wellbeing & Holistic Health, Traditional Remedies, Herbal Wisdom, Nutrition, Vegan Pregnancy, Personal Reflections, Pregnancy Complications Emma Gleave Wellbeing & Holistic Health, Traditional Remedies, Herbal Wisdom, Nutrition, Vegan Pregnancy, Personal Reflections, Pregnancy Complications Emma Gleave

How I Treated Threadworms Naturally During Pregnancy

When I discovered that my son and I both had threadworms while I was pregnant, I chose to research natural ways of treating them. Here I share the complete two-week routine that worked for us—including raw garlic, carrots, pumpkin seeds, dietary changes, homeopathy and the essential hygiene measures that helped prevent reinfection.

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