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My name is Gudrun Getz and I’m a full-time mother, writer and postgraduate researcher. I set up this site to help you navigate all things ethical and natural pregnancy, birth and mothering.
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I believe that, as mothers of the next generation, we have the power to change the world!
How we raise our children reflects the kind of world we want them to grow up in. Join me in starting and sharing the powerful Ecofeminist Mama revolution and give birth both to an extraordinary generation and a sustainable planet.
blogs on ethical pregnancy
The 10 Best Vegan Pregnancy Vitamins In 2021
Discover the best vegan pregnancy vitamins available in the UK in 2021. Compare vegan-friendly prenatal multivitamin supplements and single nutrients at a quick glance. Plus download a FREE 6-page guide to where to find your vital pregnancy vitamins in vegan foods.
10 natural morning sickness remedies that work
10 natural and effective morning sickness cures that actually work! Includes free pregnancy nutrition guide to download.
Inducing Labour: What To Do If You Have An “Overdue Baby”
If your low-risk pregnancy has gone over 40 weeks and you are being told that inducing labour is the only option for your so-called “overdue baby”, make sure you read this first. Fully referenced and evidence-based information on inducing labour.
blogs on ethical birth
What To Pack In Your Eco-Friendly Hospital Bag
One of the most exciting parts of the third trimester of pregnancy is packing that hospital bag. Somehow it makes everything seem a bit more real – after weeks upon weeks of morning sickness, maternity appointments, your bump gradually getting bigger, you actually start thinking ahead to the big day when baby comes. Figuring out
Everything you need to know about hypnobirthing
What is hypnobirthing? Hypnobirthing is a technique that uses relaxation, breath control and visualisation methods to help you achieve a less painful labour. It’s particularly helpful if you want a natural childbirth with no chemical pain relief like an epidural or opiates. why should you learn hypnobirthing? A common misconception is that hypnobirthing puts you
How to kick start labour: 10 ways to bring on labour naturally
10 natural, ethical and eco-friendly ways to kick start labour and bring on labour naturally at 40 weeks and beyond. Save yourself the trauma of medical induction and work with Mother Nature to kick start labour naturally
blogs on ethical baby-raising
Baby Led Weaning: The Ultimate Guide For Vegans & Vegetarians
Everything you need to know about baby-led weaning on a vegan, vegetarian or other plant-based diet. Includes free printable vegan baby nutrient guide!
Why Baby Sleep Training Is Harmful: 12 Evidence-Based Reasons
The top 12 evidence-based reasons why sleep training your baby is harmful to them and to you. Includes a FREE 15-page mini guide on what you do instead to help ethically reach more optimal sleep.
Gentle Baby Sleep Under COVID-19 Lockdown
Stressed and anxious over your new baby’s sleep habits? Even thinking of sleep training your baby? Read this inspiring story of one lockdown mum’s journey from desperate and exhausted to happy, fulfilled and able to enjoy her baby.