Birth to Baby
The Real Talk Blog

Finding calm and confidence for birth - wherever you are in the Lothians or online across the UK. For many expectant parents in West Lothian, Edinburgh and the surrounding areas, the idea of birth can bring mixed emotions - excitement, anticipation, and sometimes anxiety. Perhaps you’ve heard of hypnobirthing but aren’t sure what it really involves, or you’re wondering whether it’s “for people like me.” Hypnobirthing isn’t about being hypnotised or losing control. It’s about

.... Your real-life guide to the Scottish Baby Box and newborn essentials that make life easier not cluttered. Having a baby can make you feel like you need to buy everything, but the truth is, your baby really only needs warmth, milk, cuddles, and love. Thanks to the Scottish Baby Box, you already start with a brilliant bundle of essentials to help your baby thrive from day one. It’s designed so that every baby in Scotland has what they need to begin this journey with confi

Do you have a big circle around your “due date” in the calendar, eagerly waiting for your baby to arrive? Here’s the truth: only around...

If you’re pregnant in Edinburgh, West Lothian, Falkirk or the wider Forth Valley, chances are you’ve already heard the phrase: “Your baby...

A Friday Night to Remember: How Romance Prepares You for Labour Setting the Scene Imagine it’s a Friday night. You’ve got a romantic...

When Joy Feels Out of Reach: Pregnancy and early parenthood are often painted as glowing, blissful times. And yes, there can be moments...

Acknowledge Their Efforts Caring for a newborn is far from a holiday - it’s full-time, round-the-clock work. Recognise your partner’s...

Have You Thought About Comfort in Labour? Two common worries come up again and again in my antenatal classes in West Lothian : How will I...