Tannice Hemming
Tannice Hemming has worked alongside her local NHS in Kent and Medway since she became a parent and is now a mum of three. As a Maternity Voices Partnership Chair, she bridged the gap between service users (birthing women and people, plus their families) and clinicians, to co-produce improvements in Maternity care. She has also worked as a breastfeeding peer supporter. After founding the Keep Kent Breastfeeding campaign, she regularly appears on KMTV, giving her views and advice on subjects as varied as vaccinations, infant feeding and current affairs affecting families. Tannice has also featured on BBC Radio Kent with Dominic King, Lembit Öpik and Julia George, as well as BBC TV’s Inside Out show with Dr Ranj, talking about breastfeeding.
Two of her proudest achievements include Co-authoring Health Education England’s E-learning on Trauma Informed Care and the Kent and Medway Bump, Birth and Beyond maternity website. Tannice has extensive experience in varied maternal health improvement projects. She has collaborated with Public Health England (now the UK Health Security Agency), NHS England and Health Education England. A current member of several maternity steering groups and panels, projects Tannice has collaborated on include several focusing on maternal mental health, maternal weight and chronic illness. Tannice has also consulted on varied projects making improvements in care for families from ethnically diverse backgrounds and people with diverse family formations (LGBTQ+).
After beginning her career as a B2B copywriter, Tannice turned her attention to healthcare after poor experiences with her first two births. With significant personal knowledge of pregnancy and birthing circumstances, Tannice has experienced caesarean, induction and home water birth. Expecting twins in Autumn 2022, she’s looking forward to completing her family.
When she’s not busy writing or looking after her little ones, Tannice enjoys baking peach loaf and refining her toad in the hole recipe. She’s also a dog lover and adores her Pomeranian Cross, Massimo. Tannice joined GoodToKnow to help inform and empower families. Her focus on evidence-based advice, background in science and lived experience is what drives her dedication to helping parents make the best choices, that truly work for them.
Latest articles by Tannice Hemming
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Baby weight chart: what’s the average baby weight and how to monitor weight gain
Understanding baby weight charts, how your baby grows in the first year and how to monitor growth can help you know what to expect
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How to increase sperm count: 15 scientifically-proven tips to boost male fertility
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Ectopic pregnancy symptoms: signs, treatments and support
Ectopic pregnancy symptoms - how to recognise the warning signs and what to do if you suspect ectopic pregnancy.
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Bleeding during pregnancy - causes before and after 12 weeks
Bleeding during pregnancy can be common but isn't always a sign of miscarriage. Learn the causes, when to get checked out and your risk factors.
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Braxton Hicks contractions - false labour pains explained
Braxton Hicks contractions can feel like the real thing but differ from full-blown labour. Here's how to recognise and relieve Braxton Hicks.
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Chemical pregnancy: What is it and why does it happen?
A chemical pregnancy is a miscarriage that occurs in very early pregnancy. We look at how to spot symptoms and where to seek support
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Pre-eclampsia symptoms, risks, complications and treatments
Pre-eclampsia affects 1 in 10 pregnancies. Our in-depth guide will help you recognise the signs and know how and when to get help
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When can I get a 3d baby scan - and are they safe?
3d baby scan can be offered at 16 weeks, but it's better to wait a little longer for a clearer picture
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Pregnancy ultrasound: How many pregnancy scans do you have - and what to expect
Pregnancy ultrasounds take place around 12 and 20 weeks to check on the health of your baby, uterus and placenta.
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Gas and air in labour: when it's used, side effects, pros and cons
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Caesarean section: types, delivery, risks and recovery
We explain the different types of Caesarean, the procedure, recovery, scarring, and what the risks are...
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What do contractions feel like? How to know you're in labour
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The stages of labour and birth, according to a midwife
There are three stages of labour - the way they all start and progress, will differ for every woman.
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Superfetation twins: Can I get pregnant when I’m pregnant?
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VBAC: Vaginal birth after a C-section
Here, midwife Anne Richley explains everything you need to know about having a VBAC, or vaginal birth after a C-section.
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Gender selection: how to conceive a boy or a girl
Everything you need to now about conceiving a boy or a girl...
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Having an epidural: is it painful and what are the side effects?
Having an epidural is an injection into the back, which is given to women during childbirth. One of the most effective types of pain relief in labour, it can only be given by an anaesthetist in a hospital
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Pethidine in labour: side effects, how long it lasts, pros and cons
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Pain relief in labour - natural techniques and pain medications for giving birth
26 methods for pain relief to help you bring your baby into the world
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Contractions in pregnancy - different types and what they mean
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