Finding out you are expecting a baby is a very exciting time! You find yourself in a new world where your body starts to change and you begin to mould your life and surroundings to get them ready for the arrival of a new person. I asked some Yummy Mummies to suggest some products and services that they found really useful while they were pregnant.

Booking a Newborn Shoot

Booking a newborn shoot while still pregnant might be something you’ve thought about. Your newborn grows and changes way too fast and I can help your freeze time with some beautiful images of your gorgeous bundle of joy!

The best time to book to ensure you are guaranteed a session is anytime after your 20 week scan but the sooner the better as my sessions do get booked up quickly.  Just drop me a line through the contact page on my website and I can send you pricing info and more details of the booking process.

Click here to see why you should book a shoot with Tiny Baby Studio 

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Relaxing Classes and Massages

Puddleducks – A combination of antenatal swimming, cardio vascular exercise and relaxation (pool based). They have classes in North Shields, Wallsend, Newcastle & Durham. Click here for more information

Greenwell Yoga -Linda runs 2 prenatal yoga classes a week in Darlington. The classes cover breathing techniques, visualisations, positive birth affirmations as well as some yoga postures. She also does a pregnancy related ‘yoga nidra’ at the end of each session which offers the ladies a chance to really relax and puts them somewhere between wakefulness and sleep – it’s so restorative! click here for more information

Ante-Natal Pilates at Elementary Pilates -Ante-natal Pilates is a great option during pregnancy to continue exercising in a gentle safe way. Ladies will focus on alignment, breathing, pelvic floor awareness and relaxation. Pilates is a great way to maintain strength and help ease muscle fatigue as your body changes. Exercises are modified to accommodate the unique physiological changes experienced during pregnancy. Click here to find out more 

Heaven Therapy pregnancy Massage – Based in Cullercoats they offer pregnancy massage and pregnancy reflexology. Click here to find out more

Ponteland Beauty and Hair Pregnancy Massage – Check out their Indian Head massages which take place in comfy chairs and perfect for expecting Mums – Click here to find out more

Mummy 2 Be Spa at Seaham Hall – Safe and nurturing pampering packages, the ideal treat for this very special time. This hotel is stunning and maybe you book one of their lovely rooms and maybe dine in style for a little break before baby is born?   Click here to find out more

Helpful Products

I asked some of my recently pregnant friends what products they found were really useful during pregnancy and here’s what they said…

Badedas Bath products – It was described as a ‘god send’ by one Mummy and is great for a bath after labour.

Pregnancy Pillow – The Summer Infant Body Support Pillow is a soft, supportive body-length pillow designed to comfort mum during and after pregnancy. The patented shape contours the body to support tummy, back and hips for a better sleep, and it is extra large for complete comfort and support. The zipped insert makes this a versatile body pillow for both mum and baby; rolls into a pillow for baby’s tummy time, a toddler’s reading chair, or mum’s feeding pillow.

Caesarean Belt – Theresa says “My Mum bought me a C Section Belt from Mothercare. It keeps pressure on the wound and has a pocket in it so you can insert and cooling or heated pad. It also has a plastic shield so protects against any bumps.

Bio Oil Bio Oil is a specialist skincare product that helps improve the appearance of scars, stretch marks and uneven skin tone.

Apps to keep you happy

My Yummy Mummies recommended these apps to help you keep track of your pregnancy.

Fantastic Resources

Daisy Foundation – The Daisy Foundation offers  a truly unique range of classes and workshops across their Daisy Birthing, Daisy Parent and Daisy Baby programs, which together support women, families and infants throughout the entire pre-natal period. There is a great blog too with birth stories and product reviews

Click here to find out more 

North East Sling library – Based in Durham, offering sling hire in person and by post across the region. With over 250 slings to choose from, they can help the North East to carry their babies big and small.  Sling hire starts at just £5 for 2 weeks hire.

Click here to find out more 

Birth and Baby Network  – A fantastic online resource giving you information on pregnancy, birth preparation, labour and beyond. The website has details on local pregnancy classes and interesting blog posts and guides.

The network has a Birth & Baby Family Centre in North Shields run by Janine Rudin – an experienced specialist in pregnancy, birth and early parenting. It is a haven for parents from pregnancy and throughout life with a young family, with affordable courses & workshops, practitioners, drop-in sessions and support.

Click here to find out more 

Books

The Little Contented Baby Book

What to Expect when you are expecting book

I hope you’ve enjoyed reading this and found some of the links useful. Thank you to all my lovely friends who helped to compile the list and if you have any questions about booking a newborn shoot with Newcastle’s Award Winning Newborn Photographer then click on this link and drop me a line!