Kirstie Broughton
What is a cervical sweep and should I have one?
When will I have a sweep? Before birth you may be offered a ‘membrane sweep’, also known as a ‘cervical sweep’, to induce labour....
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Welcome to Kirstie's Blog! Here you'll discover a variety of blogs, videos, yoga tasters, and relaxation techniques designed to empower and support you. We aim to enhance your knowledge and provide valuable recommendations, resources and information for further support. Enjoy exploring!
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Kirstie Broughton
May 16, 20231 min read
Pregnancy Yoga Wake Up Morning Flow
Good morning everyone, Today I’ve recorded a lovely pregnancy yoga taster to practice during trimester 2 and 3 of your pregnancy. You may...
Kirstie Broughton
May 16, 20234 min read
Rights and Choices in Maternity Care
Recently in particular I’m hearing so many stories about cohersion, lack of consent, lack of options and a feeling of going back 80 years...
Kirstie Broughton
May 16, 20231 min read
Pregnancy Yoga Warrior Flow Sequence
Hey everyone, Today’s pregnancy yoga taster is a warrior flow sequence For a longer yoga session you could follow one of my other taster...
Kirstie Broughton
May 16, 20233 min read
Make the most of pregnancy offers/freebies
Pregnancy and being a new parent can be an expensive time, so make sure you take advantage of the freebies and offers available to you....
Kirstie Broughton
May 16, 20231 min read
Pregnancy Yoga for Sciatica
Here is a 20 minute sequence to help ease the feelings of sciatica during pregnancy. It’s not a cure but I’ve had students come to class...
Kirstie Broughton
May 16, 20232 min read
What is relaxin during pregnancy?
When you’re pregnant you have more of a hormone called relaxin in your body. This is the hormone that relaxes the ligaments in your...
Kirstie Broughton
May 16, 20231 min read
Pregnancy Yoga – Warriors
Today’s pregnancy yoga taster is suitable for the second trimester of pregnancy. There’s a few warriors, plus downward dog, chair pose...
Kirstie Broughton
May 16, 20233 min read
When the unexpected happens during birth
I wanted to start by saying I think it’s a good idea to be knowledgeable about your body and birth to start with. However you’re never...
Kirstie Broughton
May 16, 20231 min read
Pregnancy Yoga – Salute to the Earth (for grounding and calm)
Today’s video is a sequence called Salute to the Earth It’s a 10 minute sequence to help calm, relax and ground you. This can be exactly...
Kirstie Broughton
May 16, 20234 min read
Birthing alone in hospital during a pandemic
In most hospitals there’s still strict rules and you’re not allow a birth partner with you until established labour (this is a bit of a...
Kirstie Broughton
May 16, 20231 min read
Pregnancy Yoga for Trimester 2 by Breathe Birth Yoga
Today’s yoga taster of suitable for trimesters 2 of your pregnancy. It’s a general routine and works the whole body rather than focusing...
Kirstie Broughton
May 16, 20233 min read
Should I hire a birth doula during a pandemic?
The short answer is Yes! There are loads of ways a doula can support you through your birth, even with the current restrictions within...
Kirstie Broughton
May 16, 20231 min read
Pregnancy Yoga for Energy
Today’s pregnancy yoga taster is designed to give you a hit of energy. Sometimes when you’re feeling tired it’s tempting to lie in bed or...
Kirstie Broughton
May 16, 20232 min read
Why take my Active Birth Preparation Workshop?
Do you feel prepared for birth? Do you have a birth plan? Do you know your rights and the choices you’ll be asked to make? Do you know...
Kirstie Broughton
May 16, 20233 min read
The power of support – a baby scan!
This is my baby’s scan photo. I wanted to share a snippet from my personal experience because it’s such a sad time in the world of...
Kirstie Broughton
May 16, 20231 min read
Honouring Your Womb Pregnancy Yoga
A pregnancy yoga sequence to honour your womb, the amazing organ that’s growing your baby! I learnt this routine (which I’ve adapted...
Kirstie Broughton
May 16, 20231 min read
Pregnancy Yoga for a Confident Birth
Today’s 10 minute pregnancy yoga taster is nearer 20 minutes, once I get going I just can’t stop haha! The theme, or thought for this...
Kirstie Broughton
May 16, 20231 min read
Pregnancy Yoga Sun Salutation
Today’s pregnancy yoga taster is a sun salutation sequence that’s great to do to start a longer practice, or to do on its own if you’re...
Kirstie Broughton
May 16, 20232 min read
New pregnancy yoga class announcement, with a doula twist!
I’m pleased to announce I’m starting a new pregnancy yoga class! Writtle Village Hall, Chelmsford, Essex, on Tuesday evenings at 7.30pm –...
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