So many questions arise during pregnancy and shortly before the birth. In our blogs, we try to give you all kinds of helpful information, from preparing for the birth, to pregnancy worries and that first golden hour after the birth.
Having a baby is a remarkable journey that bring about numerous changes in your body – as you’ve probably noticed! While you may be focused on the growth of your baby, you might also notice that a lot is happening with your skin! Some people talk about having that famed pregnancy glow, but others feel…
For many people, coffee is an essential part of their daily routine. But when you’re pregnant or a new parent, you may wonder how coffee affects your health and your baby’s well-being. This might lead you to ask can you drink coffee while pregnant? The short answer is – probably! So don’t panic! But there’s…
By Illiyin Morrison, perinatal trauma specialist midwife and birth debrief facilitator I stumbled into the world of perinatal / birth trauma as an uncomfortable accident. A series of happenings that shaped my whole life and changed the trajectory of my career. I am a midwife, mother, podcaster, author and birth debrief facilitator. I help people…
Yay, you’re pregnant! Congratulations! Are you already excited and looking forward to watching your belly slowly grow and feeling your unborn miracle more and more? Many parents-to-be plan a “babymoon” of some kind during this time. Preferably somewhere warm, on the beach, in the sun. A holiday destination that can only be reached by plane….
Many parents who embark on a breast/chestfeeding journey come across a pump at some point. Whether your feeding journey doesn’t get off to the start you hoped it would, or you want to try introducing a bottle, or because exclusively pumping is your first choice, whatever the reason, having an efficient tool for expressing milk…
Yay and congratulations, you’re pregnant! We hope you’re doing well and enjoying this exciting new stage of your life without worrying too much about what you should or shouldn’t be doing. There are so many myths about being pregnant but don’t let them stress you out. There are a few rules to follow simply to…
Congratulations, you’re pregnant! At least that’s what we’re assuming since you’re interested in how to correctly calculate a due date. Or, as they’re more officially known – an estimated date of delivery (EDD). As it is relatively unlikely that the estimated due date will actually be the date of birth, because most babies are born…
As soon as you see that positive pregnancy test your mind starts racing! And soon the questions about food and drink start coming: “Can I still drink my beloved cup (cups!) of coffee in the morning?” “Does my fried egg really need to be cooked all the way through?” “Oh no, I’d better cancel dinner…
If you’ve just had a baby and are feeling sad, anxious or upset despite the happy occasion don’t worry. The first days and weeks after the birth can be a rollercoaster of emotions. Many women may feel a bit down, tearful, or anxious in the first week. This is often called the “baby blues” and…
You’ve probably spent the past several months eagerly awaiting the day you finally get to meet your baby and you’ve spent lots of time planning. You’ve stocked up on all the baby gear you’ll need, decorated the nursery, and figured out how to properly install your newborn car seat. But don’t forget one of the…