Apr 20

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17 Things You Shouldn’t Say To Someone In Labour

Sage words of advice from birth and breastfeeding professionals on what NOT to say to someone giving birth.

Does it matter what is said to a woman in labour?

I believe the wrong words said at the wrong time, however well-meaning, can potentially demean, disrupt or even disempower someone in labour.

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