The term physiological birth gets used a lot in pregnancy and birth circles, but what does it actually mean? At its simplest, physiology is the study of how our bodies naturally function. Your body knows how to digest food without conscious effort. It knows how to heal a wound. It knows how to grow a baby. And, in most cases, it knows how to give birth. A physiological birth is one that unfolds through the body's natural processes, hormones and instincts. It doesn't necessarily mean a...

Homebirth is one of the most talked-about and misunderstood birth choices available to parents today. In this guide, we explore the evidence behind homebirth safety, the importance of informed decision-making, and how birthplace can influence labour and birth. Featuring resources from Sara Wickham, Rachel Reed and Kemi Johnson, this article will help you understand your options, build confidence and make decisions that feel right for you and your baby. 💛🌿

From early on in my pregnancy and after attending pregnancy yoga with Elle, I had a fairly clear idea on my hopes and wishes for birth. My husband and I did a birthing masterclass with Elle too and this confirmed we wanted to aim for a low intervention birth using hypnobirthing techniques. Due to it being my first baby I did want to birth in the hospital just so I had all available options. In preparation for the birth we had followed the advice from Elle and packed essential oil roll ons, a...