Am I in labour?
It's challenging to tell if you're in labour or pre-labour. Sarah looks at key ways to tell if labour is starting.
Let's talk placenta.
With an increased interest in "Lotus Births" Sarah examines what it means for mum and bub.
Childbirth and gifts.
After giving birth to her first child, Sarah received an unusual gift from her mother in law.
What was your pain relief of choice?
After a baby shower where the talk turned to pain relief choices, Sarah looks at options.
Is your birth story what you had planned?
Having read Nella's story, Sarah thinks about what happens when your birth plan changes
Best baby names of 2010
Choosing a baby name? Do you look at popular names or have family traditions that shape your choice?
Waiting for labour
As Sarah awaits the news she is an auntie again, she asks how did you occupy yourself waiting for labour to start?
Baby blues. In men?
Did you know men suffer from the baby blues as well? Have you talked with your partner about it yet?
Your birth partner, what's their role?
Childbirth is a unique experience. Sarah reflects on the role her partner played first time round.
Birth classes. But which ones?
There are many ante-natal classes to choose from. Which ones have you tried or would you like to try?