<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Independent Midwife]]></title><description><![CDATA[Personalized care for your journey to motherhood, guided by faith.]]></description><link>https://www.reclaimedbirth.co.uk/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 09:03:11 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.reclaimedbirth.co.uk/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Feeding Your Baby: Breastfeeding, Bottle Feeding and What to Expect (Session Six)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Feeding your baby isn’t always as straightforward as it’s made out to be.
A supportive guide to what to expect, common challenges, and how to find what works for you and your baby.]]></description><link>https://www.reclaimedbirth.co.uk/post/feeding-your-baby-breastfeeding-bottle-feeding</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d664eac55f668b5304267a</guid><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 17:22:57 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/1107ec_aba7aa8343b44a0081c0b9cd6c55d511~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Hannah Ketcher</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Preparing for Life After Birth: Newborn Care, Sleep and Your Recovery (Session Five)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Everyone talks about birth—but what about what comes after?
An honest look at the early weeks with your baby, so you feel more prepared, supported, and less overwhelmed.]]></description><link>https://www.reclaimedbirth.co.uk/post/preparing-for-life-after-birth</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d662a85f4a19f844e5117f</guid><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 17:16:38 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/1107ec_b41cf5d42d6f4909a71281561b439ec9~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Hannah Ketcher</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stages of Labour Explained: What Happens During Birth and What to Expect (Session Four)]]></title><description><![CDATA[What actually happens during labour—and how will you know what stage you are at?
A clear, reassuring explanation of each stage, so you feel more confident as things progress.]]></description><link>https://www.reclaimedbirth.co.uk/post/stages-of-labour-explained</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d660b3bf4ea4bc23072b5d</guid><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 17:11:34 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/1107ec_4820d6adf72342be97a6094e345d6fa3~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_735,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Hannah Ketcher</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Preparing for Labour: Induction, Due Dates and Understanding Your Choices (Session three)]]></title><description><![CDATA[You can’t control how birth unfolds—but you can prepare for it.
A thoughtful guide to getting ready for labour in a way that feels realistic, informed, and empowering.]]></description><link>https://www.reclaimedbirth.co.uk/post/preparing-for-labour</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d65ebdc55f668b530417f0</guid><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 17:05:20 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_2c3890d8a45d41aca1765fef5e21a2d3~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Hannah Ketcher</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hypnobirthing Techniques for Labour: Breathing, Visualisation and Preparation (Session two)]]></title><description><![CDATA[What can you actually do during labour to cope with the intensity?
Practical hypnobirthing techniques to help you stay grounded, calm, and supported throughout.]]></description><link>https://www.reclaimedbirth.co.uk/post/hypnobirthing-techniques-for-labour</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d65b56bf4ea4bc23072014</guid><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 17:00:13 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/1107ec_25ef4c36b67343b2a42038452455e0c7~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_648,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Hannah Ketcher</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hypnobirthing Explained: Calm Birth Preparation for Pregnancy and Labour (Session One)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Is hypnobirthing just breathing techniques and positive thinking?
A clear, grounded introduction to what it really is—and how it can help you feel calmer and more prepared for birth.]]></description><link>https://www.reclaimedbirth.co.uk/post/hypnobirthing-explained-calm-birth-preparation</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d658880b7119100dfde50f</guid><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 16:52:36 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/1107ec_31ef48251f2a45e9835783210a60c46a~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Hannah Ketcher</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Blood Tests at 28 Weeks: What to Expect and Why They Matter]]></title><description><![CDATA[Another set of blood tests—but what are they actually checking?
A simple explanation of your 28-week tests, what they look for, and why they matter as your pregnancy progresses.]]></description><link>https://www.reclaimedbirth.co.uk/post/blood-tests-at-28-weeks-pregnancy</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d65029a51db32c14bf949e</guid><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 16:45:05 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/1107ec_eebd402b09b840f4926194f5dda21729~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Hannah Ketcher</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baby Movements in Pregnancy: What’s Normal and When to Seek Help]]></title><description><![CDATA[Feeling your baby move for the first time can bring both excitement and uncertainty.
A calm, reassuring guide to when movements are usually felt, what influences them, and how to understand what’s normal—so you can feel more confident as your pregnancy progresses.]]></description><link>https://www.reclaimedbirth.co.uk/post/baby-movements-in-pregnancy-when-to-seek-help</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d680eac55f668b53046ab4</guid><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 16:35:23 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/1107ec_1acb3e57225647b382807c99af25754b~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Hannah Ketcher</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Symptoms to Be Aware of During Pregnancy]]></title><description><![CDATA[Most pregnancies are straightforward—but knowing what to look out for really matters.
An overview of important symptoms and conditions, so you know when to seek support and when to feel reassured.]]></description><link>https://www.reclaimedbirth.co.uk/post/pregnancy-symptoms-when-to-seek-advice</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d64afe4424ffa457c181c4</guid><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 16:19:44 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_1800f68c83944db0b7122950b71d5407~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Hannah Ketcher</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Understanding Your Maternity Rights at Work]]></title><description><![CDATA[Not sure what your workplace actually has to support you with?
A clear guide to your maternity rights—so you can feel informed, protected, and confident at work.]]></description><link>https://www.reclaimedbirth.co.uk/post/maternity-rights-pregnancy-uk</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d6434989f9e676eca0b283</guid><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 16:13:56 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/f63b8157807c4a33bfb1f4fea0ad3a15.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Hannah Ketcher</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Feeling Your Baby Move: What to Expect and How to Connect]]></title><description><![CDATA[When does bonding with your baby actually begin?
A gentle look at how connection starts during pregnancy, and simple ways to nurture that relationship before birth.]]></description><link>https://www.reclaimedbirth.co.uk/post/feeling-baby-move-pregnancy-guide</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d63c2c3c612b53ad6b2306</guid><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 16:06:53 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/1107ec_e83eee0401aa44a5a0f6b1b5b7377c7e~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Hannah Ketcher</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scans in Pregnancy: What’s Offered (and How to Decide What’s Right for You)]]></title><description><![CDATA[So many scans are offered in pregnancy—but do you actually need all of them?
A calm, balanced guide to what each scan is for, what it can tell you, and how to decide what feels right.]]></description><link>https://www.reclaimedbirth.co.uk/post/scans-in-pregnancy-what-to-expect-uk</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d14388cc46c6bc6b9f835c</guid><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 15:59:45 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/59561a1b542b44f0ade09b1c6d5351b9.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Hannah Ketcher</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trisomy Screening in Pregnancy: Understanding Your Options (Including NIPT)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Prenatal screening can feel like a big decision—especially when you’re not sure what the results might mean.
A clear, thoughtful guide to NIPT and your options, so you can approach this choice with confidence.]]></description><link>https://www.reclaimedbirth.co.uk/post/trisomy-screening-in-pregnancy-understanding-your-options-including-nipt</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d6386233439f8c027f887b</guid><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 15:51:57 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b9f3dc795e144ba1b641c37acf28ce75.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Hannah Ketcher</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Common First Trimester Pregnancy Symptoms: Why They Happen (and What Actually Helps)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wondering if what you’re feeling is actually normal?
From tiredness to nausea, a reassuring guide to common first trimester symptoms, why they happen, and what can genuinely help.]]></description><link>https://www.reclaimedbirth.co.uk/post/common-pregnancy-symptoms-why-they-happen-and-what-actually-helps</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d12a3cf7044e6cf7ad9428</guid><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 15:34:30 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/1107ec_e83eee0401aa44a5a0f6b1b5b7377c7e~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Hannah Ketcher</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Will I Be Able to Reach You? What Support With Me Really Looks Like]]></title><description><![CDATA[What happens if you’re worried at 2am and don’t know what to do?
Here’s what support really looks like—how to reach me, when to call, and why you’ll never be left second-guessing yourself.]]></description><link>https://www.reclaimedbirth.co.uk/post/midwife-support-communication-availability</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d179b3072d140cb957d292</guid><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 15:26:21 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/1107ec_b2f4865e4ce44b5592f58709cad78b45~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Hannah Ketcher</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Vaccines in Pregnancy: Flu, Whooping Cough &#38; RSV Explained]]></title><description><![CDATA[Feeling unsure about vaccines in pregnancy? You’re not alone.
A balanced, evidence-based look at flu, whooping cough, and RSV—so you can make a decision that feels informed and right for you.]]></description><link>https://www.reclaimedbirth.co.uk/post/vaccines-in-pregnancy-flu-whooping-cough-rsv-explained</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d14d5d2a4608ae002200f1</guid><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 15:13:06 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/1107ec_aba7aa8343b44a0081c0b9cd6c55d511~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Hannah Ketcher</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Blood Tests in Pregnancy: What’s Offered at Your Booking Appointment]]></title><description><![CDATA[Blood tests in pregnancy can feel like a tick-box exercise—but they’re much more than that.
A clear guide to what’s offered, what it checks for, and how it helps support safe, personalised care.]]></description><link>https://www.reclaimedbirth.co.uk/post/blood-tests-pregnancy-booking-appointment</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d1237b072d140cb9573660</guid><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 14:55:04 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/1107ec_eebd402b09b840f4926194f5dda21729~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Hannah Ketcher</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[What Happens at Your First Midwife Booking Appointment? (What to Expect)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Not sure what to expect from your first appointment?
A gentle walkthrough of what we’ll cover, why it matters, and how we begin building care that feels personal and shaped around you from the very beginning.]]></description><link>https://www.reclaimedbirth.co.uk/post/first-midwife-booking-appointment-what-to-expect</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d118e3e20d9d862f258baf</guid><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 14:52:43 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/1107ec_b6d4fb24adaf44ea84a574682453a166~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Hannah Ketcher</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>