One of the myths of pain in our symphysis pubis is that it is ‘just our hormones’ and it’ll go when you’ve had your baby! For those who have had symphysis pubis dysfunction know that it is not just ‘hormonally driven’ and... read more »
Some babies are born too early or born needing some extra health care. We know that breast milk is ideal for human babies and early or sick babies are no different. For them having colostrum and breast milk will not only give them... read more »
Understand how expressing milk can support your feeding journey with twins.
Deciding whether to find out the sex of your baby prior to the birth is a very personal decision… which ultimately comes down to choice. Before the late 1970’s (and in some areas even later) mums didn’t have the option to find out and now as times have changed... read more »
This sensation is often referred to as “quickening”, it may feel like a fluttering of butterflies or a light tapping in your stomach. Sometimes these movements can be confused with pregnancy side effects like wind or hunger pains. The strength of your baby’s... read more »
If you are lucky, you will experience a ‘pregnancy glow’, but not all women do. You may display more unwelcome changes and it is important to remember that most of these disappear once you have given birth. Morning sickness and nausea This usually... read more »
Braxton hicks contractions Your uterus will start contracting gently after about 7 weeks but you may experience these contractions only after the middle of your pregnancy. The tightening will last for about 30 seconds and this could happen once or twice... read more »
This type of bonding can happen very quickly within minutes or hours of birth, or it can take a lot longer, and this can (but not always) depend on other reasons. Perhaps there were complications during the birth, or the baby was born with health problems or he/she... read more »
Antenatal Education Many areas will also offer specialist breastfeeding classes, these classes offer advice and techniques for those intending on breastfeeding. During this class you will learn about different breastfeeding positions and how to get your... read more »
1. Think about where in the house you’d like the nursery and its practicalities Your little one will initially share your bedroom for the first 6 months, ideally in either a moses basket or cot. When it comes to planning the nursery and where... read more »
