Labour Positions
Labour positions When you are in labour, it’s really important to listen to your body and find positions which work for you. It can be challenging to feel comfortable during labour and you may have to try different positions at different stages to help you cope with the pain. If possible, it is best to […]
Baby Sign Language
Baby Sign Language UK Signing with your baby is a great way of communicating with them from an early age. As your baby grows, they will start to become frustrated if you’re not sure what they want. Learning baby sign language can be a fun activity for you both to do together and it can […]
Expressing Breastmilk
Expressing breastmilk Expressing involves pumping milk from your breasts so you can give it to your baby at another time or using a different feeding method like a bottle of cup. Why might I need to express? There are a number of reasons mums decide to express breastmilk. It might be because their baby is […]
How to stop breastfeeding
How to stop breastfeeding If you’ve made the decision to stop breastfeeding, you might be wondering what the best approach is. Don’t be tempted to go cold turkey and stop breastfeeding suddenly as this will be uncomfortable and distressing for both you and your baby. Reducing how much you feed slowly and gradually will help […]
Reflux in Babies
Reflux in babies It is not uncommon for babies to bring up some of their milk during or after feeds. However, in some cases this can be a little more extreme and distressing for parents. Known as reflux, this can develop when your baby is just a few weeks old but they will usually […]
Midwife Appointments
Midwife appointments Much of the care and support you receive during your pregnancy will be from a midwife. Most parents-to-be will be assigned to a community midwife and will see the same person for appointments throughout their pregnancy. You may from time to time see a different midwife depending on shifts and holidays. If your […]
How to prevent tearing during birth
How to prevent tearing during birth Experiencing some kind of tear or graze is a common result of a vaginal delivery. For most women, any perineal tear will be fairly minor and heal quickly but in some cases, it can be more serious. The good news is that there are things you can do to […]
Keeping Cool When Pregnant
Keeping cool when pregnant Being pregnant in the summer months can be tough. Many mums-to-be feel much hotter than they usually do at any time of year but when temperatures are soaring outside, it can be challenging to stay cool. When you are pregnant in hot weather, it is particularly important that you protect yourself […]
Top Tips for Travelling with Babies and Toddlers
Top Tips for Travelling with Little people! Getting to and from the supermarket a monumental challenge? Starting to wonder how on earth you are ever going to transport you, your partner, your children AND the kitchen sink to lie looking fabulous next to a sparkling pool? Before the arrival of tiny people in […]
Sun Safety for Babies
Sun safety for babies As the weather gets warmer, you’ll probably want to get out of the house more but it’s important to know how to keep your baby safe in the sun. Infants and young children are at risk of illness when the weather is very hot and sunburn, dehydration, heat exhaustion and heatstroke […]
