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This resource padlet has been put together by a team of MNVP Volunteers.

It is aimed at parents/to-be but may also be of use to midwives, maternity healthcare workers, birth workers and anyone else working within maternity services or Early Years settings.  Contact:  natalie.griffiths9@nhs.net  All paid for services must have their costs and prices clearly stated on their websites if included on this padlet.

​While we make every effort to keep these padlets up to date, we make no warranties or representations that the information will be:

current

accurate

secure

complete

free from bugs or viruses

As an MNVP, we are not liable for any loss or damage that may come from using these padlets. We are unable to endorse the information held on third party websites, it is for information only.

www.bswmaternityvoices.org.uk

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Bath & North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire (BSW) Maternity Voices Partnership Plus

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Resources - Bath North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Maternity Voices Partnership Plus

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​While we make every effort to keep these padlets up to date, we make no warranties or representations that the information will be: As an MVP, we are not liable for any loss or damage that may come from using these padlets.

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Swindon baby and birth directory poster with QR code

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Swindon baby and birth directory poster with QR code

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Please support your MNVP by printing and displaying this poster in your local library, community centre, place of worship etc.

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Story and Rhyme Time every Friday (during term time) at Penhill library 10am til 10.30am

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📢 Families in... - National Literacy Trust in Swindon

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📢 Families in Penhill! 👋 Do you have a little one aged 0–5? We’d love to welcome you to our Story and Rhyme Time group. 🎶 Every Friday morning at 10am…

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Great Western Hospital Maternity Services

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Our philosophy of midwifery care

The philosophy of midwifery care is to ensure as far as possible, the health, and well being of the parents and their baby during antenatal, intanatal and postnatal period by being sensitive to the physical and emotional needs and rights of the whole family.

The Midwife, by having a flexible and sensitive approach to the individual's needs and wishes, will endeavour to provide a pleasant environment to ensure privacy, reduce stress and anxiety, and encourage and promote and sense of responsibility.

Tailored care

Our friendly teams work in partnership with you to develop a flexible plan of care to ensure you have the services and support you need throughout your pregnancy.

We want to make sure you receive the maternity health care that takes into account all of your health needs and preferences.

As soon as you know you are pregnant, it is important to get in touch with a Midwife or your GP to organise your antenatal care.

Breast feeding

We provide positive support and encouragement for mothers who would like to breastfeed and we are committed to UNICEF's (United Nations Children's Fund) Baby Friendly Initiative to support breastfeeding.

The UNICEF/Baby Friendly standards are a proven way of increasing breastfeeding rates.

Baby Friendly supports both health professionals and mothers to continue their chosen method of feeding for as long as they wish.

Further information

Please see the Baby Friendly website.

Safety

Our Maternity Services have been assessed by the Care Quality Commission 2009 as having high standards of antenatal care and safety which means we work to ensure you receive the safest level of care at all times.

As a Trust, we pride ourselves on having really tough infection control procedures which has helped reduce MRSA by 75% over the past five years.

Security

Ensuring that your baby is safe and secure is extremely important to us and we operate an intercom system to allow access to all our units as well as an electronic tagging system for babies (born in the Delivery Suite at Great Western Hospital) for your peace of mind.

Feedback

Please tell us what you think of our services - please see Feedback.

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Maternity Services | Great Western Hospital

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The philosophy of midwifery care is to ensure as far as possible, the health, and well being of the parents and their baby during antenatal, intanatal and postnatal period by being sensitive to the physical and emotional needs and rights of the whole family.

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 Shine drop-ins in Swindon (Postnatal Depression support)

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 Shine drop-ins in Swindon (Postnatal Depression support)

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Our FREE 12-week courses include a selection of tools and coping strategies and art therapy, as well as the magic of meeting other mums, experiencing the same thing, in a safe, confidential non-judgemental place. Creche available

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Finding a new path through creativity and friendship...

"It is always such an honour to be part of this journey of recovery. It is like seeing the sun come out again, and is truly a wonderful thing to see a mother's confidence, strength and hope return. "

- Lauraine Cheesman

Shine was founded in 2014. Run by Lauraine Cheesman, who suffered terrible postnatal depression and anxiety after the birth of her daughter, the charity offers creative art therapy courses, peer support and weekly drop-in sessions for struggling mums.

Our 12-week courses include a selection of tools and coping strategies and art therapy, as well as the magic of meeting other mums, experiencing the same thing, in a safe, confidential non-judgemental place. We also supply a creche during the two hour courses each week, to ensure the mums get some crucial time out and nurturing. There is no charge for these courses, and we now have four Shine Courses running in and around Cirencester, with mums being referred by health professionals.

Since we we started, we have supported over 250 mums and families, and branched out to start year-round weekly drop-in sessions and developed a closed Facebook group which has become a lifeline of support and advice for many mums.

We have been honoured to work with celebrities such as actress Daisy May Cooper, herself having struggled with depression and been through the Shine course, and we have been generously supported by the Big Lottery Fund, St James' Place and Barnwood Trust and the Gloucestershire Community Foundation, amongst others. Lauraine is now deeply involved with Gloucestershire Health and Care services and the NHS Foundation Trust, attending focus groups and speaking at training events across the county, and was recently awarded a British Citizen's award for her work in mental health.

Lauraine says: "I am inspired by nature and kindness. I have always been creative, and having studied art at university it feels amazing to be sharing the benefits with so many mums today. Having survived severe maternal mental illness myself, I am now passionate about reaching back to others on that same difficult journey, and through Shine we can arm mums with coping strategies and empowering information, enabling them to move forward with positivity and strength...finally able to help themselves. I feel so lucky to have met so many wonderful, brave mummies over the years and to be part of their journeys... and very proud of the nurturing, supportive community they have created."

Lauraine has written about her own personal battle with depression and anxiety, which you can read here, along with several other stories from extrordinary Shine mums.

"The world breaks everyone, and afterward, many are strong at the broken places."

- Ernest Hemingway

So much more than just a playgroup for depressed mums...

Shine is not only a creative course, it is access to support and friendships that can make all the difference on the road to recovery...

What being part of Shine means for mums...

THREE MONTH COURSES

Firstly, each course is three months long, providing enough time and space for mothers to connect with their peers, to speak to other women who understand their situation, to build friendships and to become part of a community.

CHILD-FREE TIME

Secondly, through its adjacent creche, it truly offers mothers space and time away from their children, something that for many of them is almost impossible to achieve at any other time in their week. This is one of the many things that makes Shine so unique - I know of no other support group for mothers that also offers a completely free creche facility for over two hours, once a week.

HEALING THROUGH CREATIVITY

Thirdly, the art therapy aspects of this course are vitally important - for most of the Shine mums, the soothing process of stitching, felting, scrapbooking or crocheting can actually help calm the nerves, keep anxiety at bay and focus the mind. Mums learn these skills in a safe, supportive environment and can then take these new projects home to work on when they feel worried, anxious or sad. Every single week this course literally gives women tools to help them cope with their mental illness.

PEER SUPPORT

Shine is run by entirely by women who have experienced postnatal depression and anxiety, while both the volunteers at the courses, and many of the community artists, are also PND survivors themselves. Using art therapy as a focus, mothers are encouraged to talk about and to face the challenges of their depression and anxiety with people who understand exactly how they're feeling and those who have been through it, and can advise, support and guide each other. True friendships and a supportive community are created in these classes, which are a vital lifeline for hundreds of women.

COMPASSIONATE NETWORK

The support doesn't end once the Shine art courses have finished. Lauraine has built a strong and supportive Facebook group network, which connects nearly 250 local mothers, who all offer support and advice to each other every single hour of the day. On many occasions, these women have been there for some of their friends' darkest hours - this network is literally keeping people safe and making them feel less alone. In addition, after the course, all Shine mums can attend the weekly Shine drop-in playgroups which have a nursery worker in attendance to help with the children and run throughout half terms and holidays, and welcome children of all ages, providing a further lifeline at challenging times.

"I would have been entirely lost if it wasn't for the support, focus and guidance I found at Shine. It was not only a space to talk about my depression and to find new friends who understood exactly what I was going through, as well as a chance to creatively explore my experience and start to understand it - but it has continued to be a supportive and encouraging network over a year since I finished the course." (Shine mum)

Shine is not something temporary that helps for a little bit, it is access to a wealth of resources, to a network of support, to creative outlets, to vital time off for even the poorest mums. Its impact is long-lasting and deeply effective.

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Finding a new path through creativity and friendship... - Shine PND SUPPORT

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Finding a new path through creativity and friendship... Shine was founded in 2014. Run by Lauraine Cheesman, who suffered terrible postnatal depression and anxiety after the birth of her daughter, the charity offers creative art therapy courses, peer support and weekly drop-in sessions for struggling mums. Our 12-week courses include a selection of tools and coping strategies and art therapy, as well as the magic of meeting other mums, experiencing the same thing, in a safe, confidential non-judgemental place.

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A leaflet by the RCOG (Royal College of Obstetricians & Gynaecologists, about perineal tears – what you need to know during pregnancy.

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Perineal tears during childbirth (Chinese)

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Perineal tears during childbirth (Chinese)

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分娩时的会阴撕裂

孕期您需要了解的事项

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In-person pregnancy & postnatal yoga sessions in Swindon

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Friendly breastfeeding/infant feeding support in Swindon

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Swindon Breastmates. 1,761 likes · 6 talking about this. Breastfeeding support in Swindon.

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Sensory Music baby & toddler sessions

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Including Chiseldon, Old Town, Royal Wootton Bassett, Abbeymeads, Stratton St Margaret and Broome Manor.

Hello, my name is Nicky and I am the Music Bugs franchisee for the Swindon area, my territory also covers Malmesbury, Cirencester, Marlborough and the surrounding towns and villages.

I had been taking my own little girl Jessica (and now my son Lewis), to Music Bugs classes since they were little and have seen first hand the benefits that they have gained from attending. So when the franchise for the Swindon area became available, I jumped at the chance to become involved!

Music Bugs classes are suitable for children aged 6 months to 4 years of age. Each 40 minute class is full of fun and excitement as we sing, clap and play instruments to our favourite songs. Children (and adults!) who attend our sessions also love the selection of props that we bring to each class. This can be anything from hobby horses to finger puppets, floaty scarves or pom poms.

Please contact me if you would like to book a trial session at one of our venues. Trial sessions must be pre-booked as spaces are limited and they do fill up very quickly.

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Sensory Baby Classes and Toddler Classes in Swindon | Music Bugs

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Hello, my name is Nicky and I am the Music Bugs franchisee for the Swindon area, my territory also covers Malmesbury, Cirencester, Marlborough and the surrounding towns and villages. I had been taking my own little girl Jessica (and now my son Lewis), to Music Bugs classes since they were little and have seen first hand the benefits that they have gained from attending.

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Meet families, doulas and practitioners who have experienced home birth

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Family, chat, emotional health, essential services, child development, supporting dads, recipes....all in one place

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Support throughout pregnancy, labour & birth and postnatally. Birth package from £500

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Doula Support and NCT Courses with Julie

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Doula Support and NCT Courses with Julie

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Julie offers both NCT Courses & Doula Support in Swindon

Call: 07974 139238

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Julie has three children, each of whom was born in a different setting. She believes passionately in empowering women and their partners so they can have a positive birth experience, however their labour unfolds.

She believes in a woman's innate ability to give birth. Research illustrates women who are given continuous one-to-one support by a female companion during labour often experience shorter and less painful labours. Julie's role is not to replace the partner (unless they are unable or unwilling to attend) but to work together with them to provide physical, practical and emotional support to mum.

When talking to couples at class reunions, they frequently express that it was hard to remember all that they learned while they were experiencing the intensity of labour and birth, especially when their birth didn't quite happen as they had hoped. As a doula, Julie can help by offering practical ideas and support and by facilitating communication with medical staff, ensuring that the birth plan is adhered to as closely as possible.

Whether you hope for a natural birth, or cannot face the thought of labour without an epidural, deciding whether to book a doula can be a big decision. Julie is very happy to meet with you informally over a cup of tea or a chat on the telephone to discuss whether this service is right for you.

Julie will provide support by;

"We asked Julie to be our doula and she was absolutely amazing. When I think back to the labour, I'm not sure we could have done it (or me in any case) without her!"

- Armed Forces Father

"Your support leading up to the birth and your support on the day made a huge difference for me. It took away much of the anxiety about going to hospital to have my baby"

- Mother on the caesarean birth of her second baby

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Julie has three children, each of whom was born in a different setting. She believes passionately in empowering women and their partners so they can have a positive birth experience, however their labour unfolds. She believes in a woman's innate ability to give birth.

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Craniosacral Therapy and Integrative Baby Therapy

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Information & support about reusable nappies

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Wiltshire Real Nappy Network. 353 likes. Support and encourage Families across Wiltshire to use Cloth Nappies. We supply loan kits for 4 weeks for Free/donation. Offer fitting, washing and...

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Swindon sling library - Support & Rental options

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I am a qualified babywearing consultant and the founder of Swindon Sling Library, which became Swindon and Devizes Sling Library, in 2018. The library has a selection of over 90 slings available for hire, via slingmeets and individual consultations.

Slingmeets, which I hold both in Swindon and Devizes, allow parents to find out about and try out different slings, as well as meet other sling users. Parents are welcome to bring their own slings, whether they are having trouble using them and need advice, or just want to show them off! And of course, if parents want to take a sling away to try before they buy (or if they just want a sling to take on holiday or for a specific event) then any of the slings are available for hire. Parents are not charged to attend slingmeets, however a voluntary donation of £1 per family would be greatly appreciated, to help cover the cost of room hire.

Slings may be hired for £4 per week. When hiring slings you will be required to pay a deposit. This will be refunded, when you return the sling, unless the sling is damaged beyond what could be considered reasonable wear and tear.

Individual consultations can also be arranged. If held in my home, I charge £15. However, if you would prefer a consultation in your own home, I am willing to travel up to 25 miles. I charge between £20 and £30 depending on the distance. The price of consultations includes two weeks' hire of a single sling, or one week's hire of two slings. So if you do choose to hire, the consultation itself could effectively cost you as little as £7.

I am also available to do free sling demonstrations at antenatal or baby and toddler groups.

When weather permits, I organise sling walks. These walks offer the opportunity to socialise with other sling users, while enjoying some fresh air and getting some exercise. You don't need to own a sling in order to take part, as you can borrow one of the library's slings, for free. However, if you do wish to borrow a sling then let me know in advance, so I can make sure to bring an appropriate sling with me.

Due to the loackdown slingmeets and in-person consultations have been temporarily suspended. However video consultations are avaialble, as is contact-free sling hire. Please contact me for further details.

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Finger, foot & hand print keepsake jewellery and casts

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Cast and Present - "Create the perfect keepsake for any special occasion"

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Makers of finger-print jewellery; finger, foot, hand and paw print ceramic and stone impressions, and 3D castings

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Paediatric First Aid courses

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suitable for parents/grandparents/friends & family

give you the skills & confidence to act fast in an emergency

babies under 12 months welcome

classes in your own home for groups of 4+

evenings & weekends available

£25 per person

Our classes are great to do if you are expecting your baby, either as a couple, NCT group or with family and friends - the class is suitable during pregnancy.

Equally, if you haven't managed to do it before baby (or you have older babies that you are about to start weaning - or even toddlers that are starting to wonder into dangerous situations) then the class is still a great thing to do.

Our baby first aid class will leave you feeling empowered and and prepared.

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Paediatric First Aid in Swindon - Daisy First Aid

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I am a qualified Daisy paediatric first aid trainer in Swindon Wiltshire. I offer 2hr mini baby and child first aid classes that are held in homes and local community venues. Baby Choking, CPR, Meningitis, Baby Recovery positions, Head injuries, Burns, Bleeding, Shock

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Support Contact

It takes a lot of courage to pick up the phone and call. Our support lines are manned by volunteers, so if you try to call and get no response, please leave a message and someone will be in touch.
Swindon: 07425 291123
Devizes: 07388 649134
support.swindon@sands.org.uk

Befrienders

Swindon Sands is set up to support bereaved parents, by bereaved parents. We have a number of 'Befrienders' in the group that have attended a Sands befriender training course and we use our own experiences and empathy to talk to others and allow them to share their own experiences. We are not trained counsellors, but parents who have been through a similar situation and we are here to listen and be a shoulder to lean on. As befrienders, we run the support meetings, support line, support email and attend our events and services, should you wish to speak to one of us.

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It takes a lot of courage to pick up the phone and call. Our support lines are manned by volunteers, so if you try to call and get no response, please leave a message and someone will be in touch. Swindon: 07425 291123 Devizes: 07388 649134 support.swindon@sands.org.uk Swindon Sands is set up to support bereaved parents, by bereaved parents.

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Osteopath looking after both expectant parents & babies (Cranial Osteopathy)

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Everyone deserves pain-free movement. Based in Swindon, we're able to support you with a number of chronic and acute conditions. Find out more by scrolling down.

About Me

Liz Anderson-Easey MOst

I have always wanted to be an Osteopath because I know personally how much it can improve your life and enable you to do the activities you want or need to do. I graduated from Oxford Brookes University with a Masters degree in Osteopathy in 2014 and I'm a member of the General Osteopathic Council (GOSC) and the Institute of Osteopathy (IO).

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I have been working in Swindon for the past 5 years and opened my clinic in West Swindon in 2019.

I enjoy treating a wide array of injuries and issues including work related injuries, sports injuries, post surgical rehabilitation, pregnancy related pain, children and babies.

Osteopathy uses an array of techniques to help improve your pain as quickly as possible. This may include: massage, Osteopathic manipulation, mobilisations, IATSM, Acupuncture, exercise rehabilitation and Cranial Osteopathy.

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Outside of clinic I enjoy HIIT training for crazy mud runs, dog walking and canicross, and paddleboarding.

About our Practitioners

Niall Coyne MOst

Since I was young, I have always had an interest in helping people. My dad was often treated by an osteopath. It always had a massive positive effect on not only the amount of pain he was in, but on his mobility and mood too. This is when I knew I wanted to become an osteopath. I graduated from Swansea University with a Masters degree in Osteopathy in 2020. I am a member of the General Osteopathic Council (GOsC) and the Institute of Osteopathy (IO).

I can manage and treat a variety of injuries and problems patients come in with, including but not limited to age related changes (such as arthritis), injuries occurring with accidents, sports and work.

I have a wide array of techniques available to me to use in treatment. These soft tissue massage, stretching techniques known as METs, manipulation, mobilisation, and prescribing exercises to facilitate recovery.

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I live in Oxford and enjoy gardening, gaming and windsurfing.

Shuhan Bayeezid MOst

My journey into Osteopathy started through a friend. They were successfully able to avoid major surgery through the help of Osteopathy. I believe providing an alternative treatment that is less intrusive is very valuable and can remove barriers like pain and immobility, in people's lives.

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I'm from South Wales and speak English and Bengali. I graduated from Swansea University with a Masters in Osteopathy in 2020 and am also a member of the GOsC and the IO.

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I have worked in two previous clinics where I treated a great range of conditions. I have experience with arthritis, sciatica, lower back pain, cerebral palsy, scoliosis, headaches, and much more. I have a particular interest in sports injury rehab, paediatrics, chronic pain management and asthma.

When you see me you can expect many osteopathic techniques during treatment. This includes mobilisation, manipulation, soft tissue and stretching techniques (MET and NMT), and Balanced ligamentous tension (BLT) techniques. Accompanying the manual treatment I am keen on health education. This means I will teach you how to prevent injury, managing existing chronic conditions, and adapting work or hobby activities to prevent pain.

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Outside of the clinic I enjoy playing sports and spend my time playing basketball and tennis. I also enjoy a bit of casual photography.

2 Basepoint Business Centre
Rivermead Drive
Swindon

Wiltshire

SN5 7EX

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Helping couples feel happy, confident and fully prepared for birth

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Professional Hypnotherapy in Swindon, Wiltshire, UK | FREE Initial Consultation.

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Hello and welcome to the HypnoBirthing section of my website. I'm assuming you are expecting a baby and are looking for information to help you have a calm and empowering birth, and I congratulate you on making that decision, you are in the right place!

I trained with KGHypnobirthing, 'The home of HypnoBirthing'. The KGHypnobirthing course is the only course that is accredited by the Royal College of Midwives and it's the reason I chose to train with them.
So what exactly is HypnoBirthing?
The course I offer is a complete antenatal birth programme, giving you all the information you could possibly need to prepare you for labour plus lots of exercises for self hypnosis relaxation to help you with any issues with anxiety or a lack of confidence.

"We have been conditioned to believe that pregnancy and labour is a very negative and quite often traumatic experience."

My course is designed to take away any fear and anxiety you have and prepare you fully for a calm, relaxed and enjoyable labour (and I know first hand how powerful it is from my own experience, which I have detailed below).

Some Hypnobirthing teachers choose to deliver their courses to groups, however I wanted to offer a more bespoke package to give you the utmost support during your pregnancy, throughout your labour and in the first month of the child's life. As a fully qualified Hypnotherapist, I believe that the support shouldn't end with the information given in the course, I want to ensure you have support to adjust to a new life post natally and that's why I have designed my course in this way. Please see below for full details of course.
The history of HypnoBirthing.
"Hypnobirthing is soundly based on established medical knowledge."

The seeds were first sown with the work of eminent obstetrician Dr.Grantly Dick-Read. After witnessing a homebirth in the slums of the London Docks in 1913, the mother refused any pain relief and then proceeded to give birth quickly and with no pain. Grantly Dick-Read was truly amazed.

The Mothers comment after giving birth when he asked why she refused the pain relief was "It didn't hurt. It wasn't meant to, was it, Doctor?" This experience was defining, and after a career of working on the battle field and in hospitals he theorized that fear was the overriding cause that led to the pain in childbirth. At the end of his career he wrote the book "Childbirth Without Fear". He hypothesized that when you are fearful, you tense up and the natural birth process is inhibited and becomes longer and consequently more painful.

Over the years his theories have been fully vindicated with research into how hormones work during childbirth. His principles have been further developed by a number of natural birth practitioners with Hypnobirthing being the most notable and widely practised. Today it is known by every midwife in the UK and many have trained in KGHypnobirthing, including professors of midwifery and NHS heads of midwifery. It is practised interntionally and rapidly spreading throughout the world.
Why am I so passionate about HypnoBirthing?
I have had two pregnancy and labours which have resulted in two amazing sons. They are both amazing children, but they couldn't be any more different if they tried. The first has had a difficult life, he was diagnosed with a neurodevelopmental disorder at the age of 4, his brain is wired differently to a neurotypical brain, he is hyperactive, he is unable to self regulate, he struggles with focus and organisation and he has suffered with anxiety as a result of all of this, he's definitely had to work harder than his peers. My second child is laid back, very confident, calm, relaxed, takes everything in his stride, he just guides his way easily through life.

Many people would say this is fairly normal and you never get 2 children that are the same, which is true, but I feel very strongly that the reason that one of my children is neurodiverse and one is neurotypical is due to the differences in my pregnancy and labours. I had extreme anxiety throughout my first pregnancy, I didn't prepare at all for anything, I didn't have a clue what was happening, I lost all intellectual control and had a very stressful labour, ending in my son being taken away for monitoring and myself being whipped away for surgery, I remember laying in theatre with tears streaming down my face feeling very scared and overwhelmed, and to top it off I had post natal depression. The second pregnancy and labour was completely different, I had practised HypnoBirthing throughout, and I can honestly say it was the most incredible and empowering experience, I was in control the whole time, could manage the pain that I had and held him in my arms feeling elated. And I finally knew how it felt to enjoy having a baby.

There is a lot of scientific research into inter-generational trauma Click here for a link to a study on pregnant mothers during the 9/11 terror attacks and I believe unfortunately the stress and anxiety I felt during my pregnancy was transmitted to my child which in turn caused us both a lot of stress and worry in the years that followed, fortunately we are in a very good position and it's made us the people we are today, however I want to ensure that I can help as many people to avoid going through what we did as it is unnecessary.
My HypnoBirthing Package.
I offer 2 home visits in the first instance of 3 hours per visit to deliver the antenatal training to the mother and her birthing partner (father), this will give you all the information you need to prepare you for labour and help you both to practise relaxation techniques which will help you stay calm and give your baby the best chance to enter this world in a calm way. I then offer an hour of hypnotherapy in my clinic or at your home in the weeks leading up to the due date and in the first 4 weeks once the baby has arrived. I will also be on hand to answer any questions or queries you may have throughout the pregnancy, labour and for the first 4 weeks of having the baby. I want to ensure you fully understand the course I have delivered and feel in the best position to have an incredible birth experience.

This is a total of 8 hours plus being on call to answering any queries you have from the date of the first home visit to the first 4 weeks of the baby's life.

The total cost of the package is £395 to be paid in full when booking the package.
Contact me to book your package and start your HypnoBirthing journey ✨

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Hello and welcome to the HypnoBirthing section of my website. I'm assuming you are expecting a baby and are looking for information to help you have a calm and empowering birth, and I congratulate you on making that decision, you are in the right place! I trained with KGHypnobirthing, 'The home of HypnoBirthing'.

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Pregnancy & postnatal fitness classes

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Baby Massage course

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ABOUT ME

I have been a qualified Infant massage instructor since 2012, I have been running courses as part of my work at a Children's center in Swindon, now that many of the Children's centers are closing or reducing what they offer, I want to make it possible for families to continue to be able to access Infant massage classes so have started Tiny Touch to offer courses in Swindon and the surrounding area.

ABOUT MY CLASSES

I run 1-1 and group courses which consist of:
- five classes of about 1 hour over 5 consecutive weeks
- a full body massage routine
- a short routine to help with/prevent colic
- gentle movement routine
- detailed handouts to take home with you
- time for questions and a chance to share experiences.
The course is suitable for babies from birth to 1yr old. Full details of the course and what you need to bring will be sent to you once you have booked a place. If you prefer I can do 1-1 sessions. Please contact me to discuss your individual requirements.

HOW TO BOOK

Please contact me on 07980435980 or e-mail [email protected], for further information or to book a course.

BABY MASSAGE CLASSES - Dates, Times and Venues

GROUP CLASSES

Abbeymeads Primary School, Abbeymeads, Swindon, Wiltshire. SN25 4GY Thursdays 1.30pm starting 5th March for 5 weeks

Lawn Community Centre, Swindon, Wilts. SN3 1JL Tuesdays 12.15 starting March 3rd for 5 weeks

ONE TO ONE CLASSES

Swindon, Wiltshire

If you are unable to make a course or would prefer I will do 1-1 sessions in the comfort of your own home,or you can come to me, please contact me with your individual requirments. I cover Swindon and surrounding area.

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ABOUT ME I have been a qualified Infant massage instructor since 2012, I have been running courses as part of my work at a Children's center in Swindon, now that many of the Children's centers are closing or reducing what they offer, I want to make it possible for families to continue to be able to access Infant massage classes so have started Tiny Touch to offer courses in Swindon and the surrounding area.

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Support & information for pregnancy, birth & beyond from former Midwife Joy Horner

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Language Creates Reality is a creative collaboration that focuses on the importance of language when talking about Down Syndrome.

Created and designed by Rebecca Hulbert and design studio Bear and Pear, these series of cards offer a fresh new way of sharing and using appropriate language around Down Syndrome.

This project has been supported by the Down's Syndrome Association who have included it in their Tell It Right information pack. Read the blog here.

Rebecca is also the host of 'Arthur's Club' a YouTube channel that uses creative storytelling and Makaton to entertain while encouraging communication skills: www.youtube.com/arthursclub.

To contact us it's hello@languagecreatesreality.com.

Cards are viewable in plain text format, click the symbol under each language card to view.

These resources are free to use and always will be. If you would like to support Language Creates Reality and help us in spreading this message further you can donate to the project below.
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The multi-award winning app supporting people with their pelvic floor muscle exercise programmes. Recommended by pelvic health specialists around the world because it works.

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Supporting Visually Impaired Mums and Dads across the UK

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Maternity and Neonatal services website in Bath & NE Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated Care System (BSW ICS) 

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Maternity and Neonatal services website in Bath & NE Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated Care System (BSW ICS) 

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Our vision for maternity care is for all women to have a safe and positive birth, and maternity experience, and be prepared to approach parenting with confidence. This is underpinned by four core commitments.

1. Women/pregnant people and their chosen support networks will be partners in care

2. Maternity and neonatal services and organisational partners within the Local Maternity and Neonatal System (LMNS) will work collaboratively together

3. We will enhance safety through assisting all women/pregnant people to experience the best birth possible for their personal circumstances

4. Women/pregnant people/ their partners and birth supporters and their families will be supported and enabled to optimise their health in preparation for pregnancy, birth and parenthood

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Maternity Welcome to maternity and neonatal services in Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated Care System (BSW ICS) - BSW Together. This is your guide to maternity services and options in our area. This resource provides useful information for women/pregnant people, their birth supporters and families and staff.

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Doulas Without Borders is a UK wide network of volunteers offering accessible, grassroots services to women and childbearing people experiencing multiple disadvantage and financial hardship during pregnancy, birth and early parenthood.

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Doulas Without Borders is a voluntary network, offering accessible grass roots services to women experiencing multiple disadvantage and financial hardship during pregnancy, birth and early motherhood. We currently have over 200 volunteers. Our focus is on providing the emotional, physical and informational support which is crucial during pregnancy, birth and early motherhood.

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Down Syndrome UK. Local support groups and information

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Down Syndrome UK. Local support groups and information

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Cheryl Jenkinson
Email

mrsjenko@hotmail.co.uk
Phone

07801 017 360

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Local Support Groups A great team of local groups, creating passionate and positive environments for people with Down syndrome and their families Join our Online Community Sign up for updates We provide a huge amount of support and information online that is available 24/7; however, we really value and appreciate the importance of local support...

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A series of short videos filmed at GWH Swindon, RUH Bath and SFT Wiltshire to help you prepare for the birth of your baby (at home, at a birth centre or in an obstetric unit)

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Hello Baby videos Play Video Where to have your baby Play Video Having your baby at home Play Video Having your baby at a Midwife led Unit Play Video Having your baby at hospital Play Video Using water during birth Play Video When your birth doesn't go to plan Play Video Preparing your body for...

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Independent Midwife Becky  (covering areas within an hour of SN8)

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Independent Midwife Becky  (covering areas within an hour of SN8)

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An Independent Midwife will provide true Continuity of Carer – proven to improve outcomes, reduce the chance of intervention, and to increase satisfaction with the experience. (£6500 - £7000)

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From baby bump through to sleepy newborns. Sessions cost £39 to book, Calne, Wiltshire

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From baby bump through to sleepy newborns and onto the tentative first steps from adventurous toddlers, we've been creating photographs to treasure of the most precious members of your family for over 30 years.

Sessions cost £39 to book and o ur bespoke service is all about taking unique, personal images just for you. Capturing those most precious of moments in time so that you can share them with your family and friends.

Our warm, comfortable and welcoming baby safe studio is the perfect place to relax and enjoy this special time in your life, as you get used to being a family. We've held the Master Photographers Association Certificate for Newborn Safety for over three years, as part of our commitment to caring for the families that visit us, so you can be sure that we'll look after you and your new baby.

Those first weeks will quickly go by and your baby won't stay tiny for long. Before you know it, they will be starting to explore the world around them and that first stage will be over.

WHAT AGE SHOULD MY BABY BE FOR A "NEWBORN" PHOTOSHOOT SESSION?

Newborn sessions normally take place within the first 2 weeks of your baby being born. This is so we can capture those soft, curled, sleepy images that your baby will soon grow out of. We can provisionally book these sessions based on your due date. This is particularly important to do as we only have a limited number of newborn sessions available each week. We know that babies rarely arrive on time (they're always trying to catch us out!) so don't worry if we have to rearrange appointments if your baby is earlier or later than expected.

Where possible, we suggest that you book in a provisional date for your newborn session, based on your due date, when you reach around your 20th week. The appointment can then remain a flexible date in our diary. Once you've had your baby, we'll ask that you get in touch with us to confirm that the date in the diary still works for you, or reschedule if not.

Your new born session is likely to last around 3 hours, to allow for baby to be fed, changed and settled during the photoshoot. We also feel that it's really important to us that you, as new parents, have time to relax and enjoy your newborn photoshoot as those early days with a new baby can be totally exhausting!

Our aim is to create soft, beautiful images for you to treasure, of this very special time in your lives. You are welcome to bring along any items that you'd like to include, such as toys, baby blankets, and maybe some of the gifts you may have been given for baby. Alternatively, we have a wide range of soft blankets, cloth wraps, hats, headbands etc available to choose from, here at the studio.

SIBLINGS

Becoming a big brother or sister can be an exciting time for some, for others it may take a little while to get used to having another little one around. It's important for them to feel involved so please let us know if you'd like to include some sibling shots of them and the new addition together.

MATERNITY SESSIONS

Our maternity photoshoots are a great way to capture the last weeks of your pregnancy. We recommend sessions take place around 34-38 weeks, as a guide. If you'd like a lasting reminder of your pregnancy curves, please call us as soon as possible. We'll create beautiful, sensitive and artistic images for you to treasure.

Book an appointment for any of our photoshoots through our 24 hour ONLINE DIARY. Alternatively, please call the studio on 01249 816707 and leave a message, if you have any questions at all.

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Baby Bump Studio Photography | Hallmark Photography

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New born baby photographer based in Wiltshire, town centre photographic studio with over 30 years experience, holders of the MPA newborn safety award.

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Brodie's CPR campaign, with British Red Cross

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Learn how to perform life saving CPR on a baby. To watch the video, visit: https://youtu.be/lzCZbR5rtwU?feature=shared

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Doula support in the Swindon area. Birth package from £1,200

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Supporting women and birthing people and their families through the life changing and life enhancing journey of pregnancy, birth and early parenthood.

I cover all areas within an hour of the SN9 postcode, including Swindon, Salisbury, Wiltshire, West Berkshire, parts of Gloucestershire, Hampshire, Dorset and Somerset.

My mission as a doula is to do my very best to ensure that women and birthing people and their families feel supported along their journey in pregnancy, can strive for a positive and empowering birth experience and have someone to lean on in those very busy first weeks after birth. I will be there to hold your hand, listen to your hopes and guide you, offering evidence based information to support your choices.

Everyone's situation and needs are different and I take the time to listen carefully to what you want and develop a tailored support plan with you. Please visit the Services page to find out more about what I can offer. You can also learn about the benefits of hiring a doula here.

If you are pregnant or you have recently had a baby and you are looking for additional support, I'd love to hear from you!

Connect with me:

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Birth and Postnatal Doula | The Doula Gem | Wiltshire

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The Doula Gem | Offering birth and postnatal doula support in Swindon, Salisbury, Wiltshire, Berkshire, Somerset and beyond.

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Babyprints Bath and Avon, Professional Life Casts

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Creating memories of your newborn that you will treasure for ever.

WhatsApp: Claire 07850 765 470

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Babyprints Bath and Avon by Claire Addley - Babyprints

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Antenatal education: Swindon Birth School

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Antenatal education: Swindon Birth School

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Classes from £280

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Swindon Birth School | antenatal classes in swindon | Swindon, UK

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Small, in-person group antenatal classes in Swindon to learn about all things labour, birth, baby-care and parenthood! Swindon Birth School is your local, friendly birth and baby class.

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The Harbour Project supports those who seek asylum or are granted refugee status in Swindon.

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The Harbour Project supports those who seek asylum or are granted refugee status in Swindon.

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The Women’s Engagement Lead provides one-to-one support to women.

Tel: 01793 611 682

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We aid refugees and asylum seekers across Swindon

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Support from an advocate

Call 0300 303 1660

Email: helpline@voiceability.org

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Use our quick and easy online referral form . It takes less than 5 minutes to complete. If you are experiencing any issues with making a referral via our web journey, please download the appropriate referral form , and email it into helpline@voiceability.org .

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A free, evidence based, antenatal course.

Call 01793 683100 or click on image to complete the referral form.

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Birthkeeper, Hypnobirthing, Perinatal Yoga Guide, and Breastfeeding Support Volunteer: offering guidance in the local community, North Wiltshire Email: themotherrite@gmail.com

From £5

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Home | The Mother Rite | Birthkeeper | Yoga Guide

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Pregnancy Yoga | Postpartum | Mum & Baby | Birthkeeper | Doula | Hypnobirthing | Childbirth | Antenatal | Postnatal | Support | Wiltshire

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Everyone deserves pain-free movement. Based in Swindon, we're able to support you with a number of chronic and acute conditions. Find out more by scrolling down.

About Me

Liz Anderson-Easey MOst

I have always wanted to be an Osteopath because I know personally how much it can improve your life and enable you to do the activities you want or need to do. I graduated from Oxford Brookes University with a Masters degree in Osteopathy in 2014 and I'm a member of the General Osteopathic Council (GOSC) and the Institute of Osteopathy (IO).

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I have been working in Swindon for the past 5 years and opened my clinic in West Swindon in 2019.

I enjoy treating a wide array of injuries and issues including work related injuries, sports injuries, post surgical rehabilitation, pregnancy related pain, children and babies.

Osteopathy uses an array of techniques to help improve your pain as quickly as possible. This may include: massage, Osteopathic manipulation, mobilisations, IATSM, Acupuncture, exercise rehabilitation and Cranial Osteopathy.

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Outside of clinic I enjoy HIIT training for crazy mud runs, dog walking and canicross, and paddleboarding.

About our Practitioners

Niall Coyne MOst

Since I was young, I have always had an interest in helping people. My dad was often treated by an osteopath. It always had a massive positive effect on not only the amount of pain he was in, but on his mobility and mood too. This is when I knew I wanted to become an osteopath. I graduated from Swansea University with a Masters degree in Osteopathy in 2020. I am a member of the General Osteopathic Council (GOsC) and the Institute of Osteopathy (IO).

I can manage and treat a variety of injuries and problems patients come in with, including but not limited to age related changes (such as arthritis), injuries occurring with accidents, sports and work.

I have a wide array of techniques available to me to use in treatment. These soft tissue massage, stretching techniques known as METs, manipulation, mobilisation, and prescribing exercises to facilitate recovery.

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I live in Oxford and enjoy gardening, gaming and windsurfing.

Shuhan Bayeezid MOst

My journey into Osteopathy started through a friend. They were successfully able to avoid major surgery through the help of Osteopathy. I believe providing an alternative treatment that is less intrusive is very valuable and can remove barriers like pain and immobility, in people's lives.

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I'm from South Wales and speak English and Bengali. I graduated from Swansea University with a Masters in Osteopathy in 2020 and am also a member of the GOsC and the IO.

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I have worked in two previous clinics where I treated a great range of conditions. I have experience with arthritis, sciatica, lower back pain, cerebral palsy, scoliosis, headaches, and much more. I have a particular interest in sports injury rehab, paediatrics, chronic pain management and asthma.

When you see me you can expect many osteopathic techniques during treatment. This includes mobilisation, manipulation, soft tissue and stretching techniques (MET and NMT), and Balanced ligamentous tension (BLT) techniques. Accompanying the manual treatment I am keen on health education. This means I will teach you how to prevent injury, managing existing chronic conditions, and adapting work or hobby activities to prevent pain.

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Outside of the clinic I enjoy playing sports and spend my time playing basketball and tennis. I also enjoy a bit of casual photography.

2 Basepoint Business Centre
Rivermead Drive
Swindon

Wiltshire

SN5 7EX

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Everyone deserves pain-free movement. Based in Swindon, we're able to support you with a number of chronic and acute conditions. Find out more by scrolling down. About Me Liz Anderson-Easey MOst I have always wanted to be an Osteopath because I know personally how much it can improve your life and enable you to do the activities you want or need to do.

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Supporting families throughout pregnancy, birth and the early days with a new baby

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Lisa Ramsey Doula – Empowering Families Throughout Pregnancy and Birth

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Experience compassionate care and unwavering support tailored to your unique pregnancy, childbirth and early parenting journey with Lisa Ramsey Doula.

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The hub offers a wide range of information leaflets and signposting with a focus on Unpaid Carers, Learning Disabilities, Dementia, and support during the discharge process.  Volunteers will available Monday to Friday, to provide further advice, support, or simply a friendly chat and a cuppa

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Birth Doula in Wiltshire & South Gloucestershire offering Antenatal, Birth & Postnatal Support.

from £299

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Introducing Bloom with Jacqueline, a local Antenatal, Birth & Postnatal Nurturing Birth Doula based in Chippenham, Wiltshire