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Calmbirth® – Birth with Knowledge & Confidence
Calmbirth… those two terms are a contradiction, right? A joyful birthing experience. What does that even mean? A wonderful, positive birth story. Is that even

Do you know the EPI-NO? (Hint: You NEED to!)
*** This is NOT a sponsored post. I am in no way endorsed by EPI-NO. This is a tool I used personally and believe it

Birth Without Fear
One of the most important things I learnt during my pre-birth preparations was this: when you are fearful/worried during labour, your entire body (insides included)

How to say ‘No’ to horror birth stories
No doubt by now you’ve heard them. Well-meaning friends, even strangers, who can’t help but share with you their traumatic birth story in all

A Woman’s Journey… (is unique & we all deserve some R.E.S.P.E.C.T.)
“Somewhere there is a woman: 30, no children. People ask her, “Still no kids?” Her response varies from day to day, but it usually includes

Raspberry Leaf Tea
Have you heard about taking raspberry leaf tea whilst pregnant? Is it an old wives tale, or does it actually work? Upon announcing at my

Hi, I'm Carinya!
…and these are my two cherubs! Together with my husband, we longed for and dreamt of these babes for many years… a roller-coaster of emotions that ultimately led us to the miracles of modern day science: IVF/ICSI.
Join me as I share my journey of infertility and IVF as well as my two incredible, calm, natural and pain-free births (yes, you read that right!).
I believe that my amazing birthing experiences resulted largely from being both intentional and informed… two things that every expectant woman can be.
Thanks for being here! xo