Following The Wind of Curiosity

Frequently Asked Questions

Classes

  • It is advisable to consult your healthcare provider before commencing any fitness regimen.

    Pregnant individuals may benefit from engaging in consistent exercise, ideally, 2 to 3 times per week, to enhance physical strength as their bodies undergo changes.

    In terms of post-birth recovery and rehabilitation, the timing varies by individual, but a general guideline suggests waiting at least 8 weeks after childbirth before initiating re-integration exercises.

  • Please consult your healthcare provider before starting any fitness program.

    When it comes to post-birth recovery and rehabilitation, the timing can differ for each individual. However, as a general guideline, it's advisable to wait at least 8 weeks after childbirth before beginning re-integration exercises.

Workshops

  • We encourage full participation in our childbirth workshop as it covers essential aspects from pregnancy to postpartum.

    Each part is designed to provide you with valuable knowledge and support throughout your entire birthing journey, ensuring you have all the information you need to step into parenthood.

Doula Support

Doula — "a woman who serves".

  • A doula offers emotional support, comfort, and advocacy during labor and birth. They help with relaxation techniques, communication with medical staff, and ensure your preferences are respected.

    Their role is to be with you, providing encouragement and reassurance throughout the process. Doulas do not perform any medical checks (e.g. temperature, blood pressure, fetal monitoring, vaginal examination).

    • Support their client’s choices and follow the client’s wishes as outlined in their birth plan

    • Offer comfort measures and coping strategies

    • Provide evidence-based information outlining the client’s options, allowing them to make an informed decision

    • Inform client of hospital practices and protocols

    • Work with a couple prenatally to identify their preferences and expectations

      Adapted from https://www.doulasofsingapore.com/whats-a-doula/

    • Impose their own beliefs or views about birth onto their clients

    • Perform any clinical tasks or offer any diagnoses

    • Make decisions for the client, persuade them, or advocate for the client on their behalf

    • Liaise or negotiate with care givers

    • Attend planned, unassisted home births

    • Take responsibility for the birth outcome

      Adapted from https://www.doulasofsingapore.com/whats-a-doula/

  • It's common to worry about the pain of contractions during labour. At Kindle Birthing, we believe in the innate strength of a woman’s body to cope with labour.

    If you need more support and clarity, join our 30-hour childbirth workshop:

    • To learn about medical and non-medical pain relief support

    • To practice pain-coping techniques

    • To reprogram how you cope with discomfort

      Learn more by heading to our Workshops page.

  • Birth plans are helpful in communicating your preferences and expectations for labour and delivery to your healthcare provider.

    However, it's essential to discuss your plan with your healthcare provider and be flexible, as unexpected situations may arise during childbirth.

    At Kindle Birthing, we guide parents with a communication framework to bring this conversation to their provider respectfully and collaboratively.

  • We trust that parents are the experts on their own babies. While we don't teach newborn care, we believe in learning by doing. Your baby's unique needs and preferences are best understood through hands-on experience after birth.