Posts by Louise Broadbridge

Louise is a Registered Midwife, founder of Let's Talk Birth and Baby and the face behind Instagram's The Honest Midwife. Louise has worked in health settings for the past 30 years, the majority of which have been working in children and family settings. Trying for a baby, pregnancy, birth and becoming a parent are all amazing milestones in our lives and Louise feels privileged that her job is to make you feel as special, well informed and supported as possible. Let’s Talk Birth and Baby website - https://www.letstalkbirthandbaby.co.uk/


Immunisations

Newborn vaccines

Newborn | | Louise Broadbridge

Is it time to make your baby’s appointment for their immunisations? The UK immunisation programme provides vaccinations from 8 weeks of age right through until they are 14 years old.







Antenatal classes

Pregnancy | | Louise Broadbridge

The aim of any antenatal class should be to bring you evidence-based information in a non-biased way and should be delivered by someone with a wealth of experience in childbirth. A good antenatal course will cover: labour and birth, infant feeding and practical parenting.


Sex in pregnancy

Pregnancy | | Louise Broadbridge

Finding out you are pregnant doesn’t have to mark the end to passion and intimacy – it’s actually really rather good for you. Read on to find out how to safely stay intimate during your pregnancy.