Tongue Tie
What is tongue tie, and what impact does it have? If your baby is struggling to gain weight and finds feeding difficult, it is possible they might have a tongue tie. This is when the frenulum, which is a small strip of skin attaching the tongue to the base of the mouth, prevents the tongue […]
What to pack in your hospital bag?
What to pack in your hospital bag? Most of you will have excitedly packed your bags, ready to jet off on holiday and have probably not given it too much thought. Suncream, bikini, toilet bag, beach towel. Job done! Packing your bag ready for having your baby… where do you start with that one! There […]
Newborn Routine
Newborn Routine – How to adjust to life with your new baby Having a new baby involves a major change in your everyday life, and you may be wondering how quickly you can return to some sort of normal. When you become a parent, life will never be quite the same again, but you will […]
Cluster Feeding
What is cluster feeding? If you have a young baby, you’re probably familiar with those days when it feels like they want to be fed constantly. Any routine you have in place seems to have gone out the window, and your little one is hungry ALL THE TIME. Then, all of a sudden, it seems […]
When to start antenatal classes?
When to start antenatal classes There’s no hard-and-fast rule about when you can start antenatal classes. However, it is probably a good idea not to start them too early, as you’ll want everything you learn to be fresh in your mind when the time comes to have your baby. An ideal time to take an […]
Exercise During Pregnancy
EXERCISE DURING PREGNANCY IS GOOD FOR BOTH YOU AND BABY! HAS PREGNANCY MOTIVATED YOU TO EMBRACE A HEALTHIER LIFESTYLE IN READINESS FOR YOUR NEW BABY? Eating well, choosing the right foods, avoiding alcohol and caffeine and including regular exercise in your daily routine are all positive steps to benefit your health and the healthy development […]
Top Tips For Photographing Your New Baby
REMEMBER TO PACK YOUR CAMERA If you are expecting and packing your hospital bag or planning your home birth. I urge you to include a camera, memory card & batteries on that list. The moment your baby enters the world your life changes, it is amazing. I love looking back on the first photos of […]
10 Tips for Relaxation In Pregnancy
Why relaxation reduces stress and anxiety during pregnancy? It is important to relax during pregnancy. Here are 10 tips to help you. Women often feel anxious or stressed when pregnant. Being over anxious all the time the stress can affect the baby’s emotional development and wellbeing. Right from the start of your pregnancy an […]
Helpful Advice on Skincare During Pregnancy
In my many years as a midwife, I found that women are right to be concerned about the skincare products they are putting on their skin, not only for themselves, but also for their unborn babies. How do I know which products are safe for me and my baby? How can products help […]
What is colic?
What is colic? Colic affects one in five babies and often comes along just as parents are starting to feel like they have found their feet with looking after their newborn. Listening to your baby cry can be very upsetting, and if your attempts to settle them are unsuccessful, you can feel frustrated, overwhelmed, and […]
