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 […]
Should I do a first aid class?
Should I do a first aid class? If you’re a new parent or expecting a baby, you might be worried about how you will cope if there is ever a medical emergency. First aid is one of those skills we all hope we will never need to use but learning what to do if your […]
Best Father’s Day gifts for new and expectant dads
Best father’s day gifts for new and expectant dads Father’s Day is a great time to celebrate dads but it isn’t just for people with children who are old enough to write a card or pick out their own present. If your partner is an expectant dad or a new parent this father’s day, it’s […]
Birth Options
Birth options As your pregnancy progresses, you may want to start thinking about how and where you would like to give birth. If you are in good health and your pregnancy is considered to be low risk, you will have a number of birth options to choose from. You could choose to have your baby […]
What happens after birth
What happens after birth During your pregnancy, you’ve probably spent quite a bit of time thinking about labour and what will happen when your baby is born. But you might not know what to expect after your labour has finished and your newborn is safely in your arms. When your baby is born, the midwife […]
Recovering from a c-section
Recovering from a c-section If your baby is delivered by caesarean section, your body will need some time to heal and recover. You will typically remain in hospital for around two to four days after a c-section, although you may be able to go home earlier if both you and your baby are doing well. […]
What is mastitis and how to prevent it
What is mastitis and how to prevent it Mastitis is a painful inflammation of the breast, which can sometimes involve an infection too. You are most likely to experience mastitis if you are breastfeeding and you may need medical treatment if it doesn’t clear up on its own. It is usually caused by the breast […]
