What Percentage of Births Are Cesarean in the UK?
C-sections are becoming more common, here's why and what you can do to try to increase your chances of a natural birth
Is Raspberry Leaf Tea Safe to Drink with Gestational Diabetes?
Raspberry leaf tea can naturally reduce blood sugar levels, but it isn't recommended if you're on medication to manage gestational diabetes. Read more about why here...
How many cups of raspberry leaf tea can I drink when pregnant?
Have you wondered how much raspberry leaf tea to drink in order to prepare for labor? Find out here...
Why you should avoid flavourings in tea - even 'natural' ones
We are committed to using real, natural and organic ingredients in our blends – never flavourings, even 'natural' ones. Here's why...
Wait Until 32 Weeks to Drink Raspberry Leaf Tea During Pregnancy
Raspberry leaf tea can support women at the end of pregnancy, but why exactly should you wait until 32 weeks of pregnancy before you enjoy it...
HotTea Mama and Lansinoh serving tea in the USA
We wanted to tell American Moms and Mom to Be about our partnership with Lansinoh in the USA - we're SUPER excited.
Dates For The End Of Pregnancy
Help prepare the body for labour with dates - perfect with a cup of raspberry leaf tea
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Birth Preparation - 5 Natural Things That May Help You in Labour
Feel more in control and empowered at the end of pregnancy, by taking a few natural steps to support preparation for birth.
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Why is raspberry leaf tea known as 'the women's herb'?
Wondering why raspberry leaf is known as 'the women's herb'? Here's how it can support periods, pregnancy and perimenopause, as the ultimate uterine tonic.
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Tea focus - Morning Rescue
Morning Rescue is one of the original 6 tea blends designed by Bethan when HotTea Mama was launch...
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How many cups of tea can I drink when....?
A question that we often get asked is 'How many cups of tea can I drink when...' here is our guid...
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Should I take raspberry leaf capsules or raspberry leaf tea?
The pros and cons of taking raspberry leaf capsules vs. raspberry leaf tea
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Which tea should I avoid in Pregnancy?
It is often difficult to know what tea is safe to drink during pregnancy, here is a guide of what you can drink, and what to avoid.
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Turning down the volume: the power of a mindful cuppa during pregnancy
From the moment you find out you’re pregnant the to-do list only ever seems to grow. There always...
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What is a Birth Comb & who is Midwife Lily?
The Yuula Birth Comb is a must-have tool that works to distract the brain away from the sensations of birth as they build.
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Yoga Benefits During Pregnancy
Yoga can provide numerous benefits when you are pregnant. The gentle movement and breathing techn...
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Acid reflux and heartburn in pregnancy - and what to do about it
Acid reflux and heartburn can kick in during pregnancy, find out more about why and what you can do to naturally combat and relieve them. No gaviscon included.
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Why I avoid the word ' plan ' when talking about birth
I choose to call them preferences so that there are no unrealistic expectations of
what can or cannot be controlled. The word plan possesses very final and definite
connotations which unfortunately do not go hand in hand with labour and birth.
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what can or cannot be controlled. The word plan possesses very final and definite
connotations which unfortunately do not go hand in hand with labour and birth.
Herbs To Help Heartburn
Certain herbs have traditionally been used to naturally help heartburn. From liquorice root to peppermint, chamomile to ginger root. Depending on your taste and your teapot, there's a tea to help.
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International Day of the Midwife
Being a midwife is both the most wonderful and amazing vocation to be part of: but also arguably ...
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Cervix Dilation - The 3 stages of labour
There are three stages of labour - latent, active and delivery. During labour a woman's cervix di...
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Is Chamomile Tea Safe To Drink In Pregnancy?
Chamomile tea is generally considered safe to drink during pregnancy - in moderation.
Variety i...
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Hibiscus - is it safe in pregnancy?
Learn more about why hibiscus is safe in pregnancy
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Morning Rescue Gingerbread
This Jane's Patisserie recipe for gingerbread is quick, simple and delicious.
These gingerbread...
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Weight Gain During Pregnancy - Facts
Weight Gain During Pregnancy
Pregnancy weight gain is often spoken about in very negative terms. ...
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Morning Sickness Relief - Cloudy Lemonade
This iced tea recipe requires only 3 simple ingredients, for a soothing, recovery drink if you're suffering from morning sickness. Or also if you just want a low sugar lemonade!
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Healthy quick chocolate energy ball recipe for busy Mamas
A delicious recipe for high protein, high galactagogue chocolate balls. Perfect for breastfeeding mums, or anyone looking for a healthy snack.
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How Teas Can Support Your Pregnancy
Herbs and flowers are amazing, find out about their botanical benefits.
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How Tea Can Support Better Periods
Find out more about how the ingredients in our Over the Moon menstruation tea can support healthier, happier periods. Whether you're TTC or suffering from endometriosis or PCOS.
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Cate & Wendi's journey to parenthood through DI & IVF
This LGBTQ+ history month I reflect on our achievements, our rights to be able to have the family that we always dreamt of and to both be recognised as the girls parents. There are still times when assumptions are made, when Molly was only a few days old a midwife assumed this proud parent was a proud Aunty.
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What is hypnobirthing all about?
Learn about the principles of hypnobirthing and how it can help you prepare for labour, and have a positive birth experience.
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Key Ways Our Tea Can Support You Through Pregnancy
How different herbs and flowers can help support your body through pregnancy and when breastfeeding.
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What You Need To Know About Home Birth
Are home births just for Hippies? We wanted to find out, so we asked the wonderful @the_wholesome_mummy to share not only her story, but also the main things that can make a home birth one of the most positive experiences for you.
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Raspberry leaf tea - its benefits, when to drink, and what it tastes like!
How raspberry leaf tea can support PMS and fertility, pregnancy and menopause.
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When not to drink raspberry leaf tea
Raspberry leaf tea is amazing but you shouldn't drink it in early pregnancy, or if you have certain conditions. Learn more about why here.
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Are You Getting Enough Iron?
Women are often at risk of anaemia, especially around their period or during pregnancy. There are a few tea tips that can help you get more iron and support your body when you need it most...
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