The Birth Shed blog
Reflections, tips and birth stories.
Honest writing from Donna on hypnobirthing, preparing for birth, and life in the fourth trimester.
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26 June 2025 10 min read
5 top tips for navigating the Fourth Trimester with confidence
My experience after birthing two babies. The bit of the journey nobody quite prepares you for, and the small things that helped me the most.
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6 November 2023 10 min read
3 things I would do differently during my pregnancy
My own honest reflection, from finally booking a bump photoshoot, to declining other people's scary birth stories, to an open word on baby loss.
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1 October 2023 7 min read
Why hypnobirthing was more important during birth, than being a qualified nurse
Does being a health professional help at all? My birth experience, and what actually made the difference.
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