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The Boss of Your Own Body & BRAIN

The Boss of Your Own Body & BRAIN

Laura Spencer
Published on: 15/07/2026

How to use the BRAIN acronym with decision making in maternity care. How to be the boss of your own body.

Feel heardYou are the BossMaternity CareDecison MakingIndependent Midwife
The Benefits of Using a Birthing Ball

The Benefits of Using a Birthing Ball

Laura Spencer
Published on: 12/04/2026

I discuss all things Birthing Balls and how to choose the right one and the benefits of using a ball Antenatally, in Labour and Postnatally.

Birthing BallExercisePregnancyPostnatalLabourActive birthIndependent Midwife
The Importance of Language in Maternity Care

The Importance of Language in Maternity Care

Laura Spencer
Published on: 13/02/2026

Let’s talk about language. Because in maternity, words don’t just inform. They shape how a woman feels, what she believes is possible, and how safe she feels in her own care.

Language in Maternity CareBirth trauma increasingMarginalisation due to BMIIndependent Relationship-Based CareIndependent Midwifery
Early Pregnancy - A Rollercoaster of Emotions

Early Pregnancy - A Rollercoaster of Emotions

Laura Spencer
Published on: 08/12/2025

A real look at the emotional rollercoaster pregnancy can take you on, and the notion to know that your not alone, and help and support is available.

Feel heardDecison MakingIndependent MidwifeMaternity CareEarly PregnancyHormonal changes in pregnancy