The Daisy Foundation Northwich, Knutsford, & Surrounding Areas

28/03/2023

This is really interesting 💜
When A was born he wasn’t premie but he was struggling to hold his body temp. I had to ask the midwives for help to do skin to skin as I was post section….but if I didn’t ask it didn’t happen. Instead it was regular obs and extra blankets…..🤯🤯

(I’m not moaning about the care - just think it’s mad that instinct is to rely on none natural. I wish I’d been more pushy for more s2s now)

Milia föddes två månader för tidigt, men har varken lagts i kuvös eller skiljts från sina föräldrar. Istället har Milia fått ligga hud mot hud med både mamma och pappa sedan födelseögonblicket. Det tack vare ett nytt arbetssätt som används på sjukhusen i Gävle och Hudiksvall.

– Personalen är helt otroliga. Förlossningen var tidig och oväntad, men ändå lugn och trygg, säger Milias mamma Sophia Pihlajainen.

Ett nyfött barn behöver uppleva närhet och få värme, även om det fötts för tidigt eller är sjukt. Det nya arbetssättet innebär att det nyfödda barnet läggs direkt efter födseln på mammans bröst där det får stanna, där får barnet också den vård de behöver. Hud- mot hudmetoden började som ett projekt men är nu ett etablerat arbetssätt inom BB, förlossningen och kvinnosjukvården i Region Gävleborg. Vinsten är friskare barn och mammor och trygga familjer.

– Anknytningen mellan barnet och mamman påverkas positivt. Det leder till kortare vårdtider och hela familjen känner sig trygg och nöjd, säger barnsköterskan Stina Lundin på neonatalavdelningen i Gävle.

– Det vi kan se är att vi har färre inlagda barn med låg kroppstemperatur och kuvöserna används nu alltmer sällan, säger Jennika Pettersson som varit projektledare.

Läs mer om projektet och bakgrunden till det: https://www.regiongavleborg.se/nyheter/noll-separation-ger-friskare-barn-och-trygga-familjer/

23/03/2023

When you first see that little blue line it probably seems like aaaaggggeees away that you’re going to meet baby….

And then suddenly you’re in the third trimester 😳

Make sure you’re prepared for your calm, confident, & empowered birth by joining us at Daisy for Daisy Birthing!

Daisy Birthing is a weekly antenatal class for all those who are pregnant to help you enjoy pregnancy, stay mobile, learn about your changing baby and body and prepare for a confident birth. Our unique Active Antenatal method draws on elements of active birth, pregnancy yoga, hypnobirthing and antenatal education to create one very powerful combination. From easing pregnancy ailments, adapting to your changing body, preparing for birth and informing your own individual choices – we’ve got you covered.

Our next term starts 19th April - places are limited. To grab your space click the link in bio 🧘🏼‍♀️🤰🏻💜

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23/03/2023

So I just went live to introduce myself & explain a little about Daisy classes…and realised I did it on the wrong account 🤦🏼‍♀️

Will try again after nap time 😂

21/03/2023

Well this made me well up 🥲🥲

A beautiful alternative view of night wakenings xx

20/03/2023

TRUST

Your body knows what to do better than anyone. Trust it 💜

At Daisy Birthing we educate to empower so that on baby’s birthday you can trust you body through your calm & confident birth 💜

16/03/2023

Creating an Oxytocin rich environment is crucial for birth ❤️

In the weeks leading up to your labour start to think about what makes you feel good, happy, excited, loved, and safe and try and bring it into your birth space. Whether you’re planning a homebirth, midwife led unit, or hospital birth you can gather some keys things to help that oxytocin flow!

For me it was twinkly lights & photos ❤️

What makes your oxytocin flow?

15/03/2023

Daisy Birthing is back in Knutsford!

A weekly class for expectant mums to help you enjoy pregnancy, stay mobile, learn about your changing baby and body, and prepare for a confident birth.

Join us at on Wednesday evenings from 19th April for antenatal education, gentle movement, birth support, breathing techniques, & relaxation. Special time for just you and your growing bump 🤰🏻

Spaces are limited - book yours at www.thedaisyfoundation.com/shell-mckee (link in bio) or drop me a DM with any questions xx

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14/03/2023

We need to talk about co-sleeping! (Yes, even you!)
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We’re delighted to announce that the theme for 2023 is co-sleeping! The safest place for a baby to sleep is in a clear, flat, separate sleep space- such as a cot or Moses basket, but we know that many parents will share a bed with their baby at some point so (FYI, that’s our hashtag for the week!).
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Keep an eye our social media throughout the week and use our hashtags to join in the discussion!

Our advice on co-sleeping with your baby: https://www.lullabytrust.org.uk/safer-sleep-advice/co-sleeping/

11/03/2023

This is something I am super passionate about in (checkout my wellness business and you’ll see ha ha)

Letting go of things that don't serve us brings with it a great sense of satisfaction. Negative experiences are unable to impact us in the same way when we are doing things that bring us joy and happiness.

It can be hard to let go of some things for sure. However it can make a HUGEYMONGEOUS difference to us if we try.

Let go of others negative experiences which they have shared with you.
Let go of your own judgements.
Let go of others fears.
Let go of your past experiences - they don’t dictate your future ones

At Daisy Birthing classes we spend a good chunk of time in class in relaxation (one of my fave bits!) learning to relax, let go, and surrender.

If you need abit of that then checkout the website (link in bio) for all the deets of our Knutsford class term starting 19th April at 💜

03/03/2023

☀️ Are you due this summer? ☀️

Right now your due date can feel a million miles away but it’ll soon creep up!

Prepare for your birth & give yourself some time with just you and bump at Daisy Birthing 🧘🏼‍♀️

Daisy Birthing is weekly class for expectant mums to help you enjoy pregnancy, stay mobile, learn about your changing baby and body, and prepare for a confident birth.

Suitable from 14 weeks right up until birth ❤️

Classes held at Stable Minds CIC, Princess st, Knutsford
Wednesdays 7:00 - 8:30pm
Limited spaces available ❤️

Booking is now open - click the link in my bio for more info or drop me a DM X

25/02/2023

One of the most common concerns are contact naps. This term refers to the practice of infants or children napping in arms, being held upright, in a baby carrier, snuggled next to an adult, or at the breast. Now, admittedly, getting ‘nap trapped’ when the adult has tasks they need to attend to can be frustrating. We always have to listen with compassion and empathy if a parent is reporting that they find contact naps tough, or want or need to change them. But it’s also ok to leave them alone if that’s what the parent would rather do. Ask most people how they honestly feel about holding a sleeping baby and most will say that it’s lovely. Feeling guilty for contact naps can suck the joy out of the early weeks and months. If a parent is enjoying contact naps RIGHT NOW, then it’s totally appropriate to leave them alone. If it becomes a problem later, then they can deal with it later. We firmly believe that if it’s right for a family in this moment, then it’s the right decision, irrespective of whether they later change it. Avoiding something pleasant on the basis that later they may find it annoying is not going to allow that parent to live in the moment, be present and available, and enjoy their baby.

18/02/2023