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False or True Labour: How Can You Tell?
“How do I know if my contractions are real?” This is the question we get from almost every mom-to-be, and sometimes even from moms who’ve already had their firstborn. You might be wondering about the same thing, with questions about when specifically should you rush to the hospital to welcome your little one. Are my…
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Is Vaginal Bleeding Normal During Pregnancy? What Should I Take Note?
It is totally common and normal to face spotting or vaginal bleeding during the first 12 week of pregnancy. Don’t panic, it is normal in early pregnancy. Many women who experience bleeding will go on with healthy pregnancy and baby. First Trimester Implantation bleeding- A common cause of bleeding happens when the fertilized egg implants…
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Breastfeeding Tips that Every Mom Should Know
Have you ever wondered to yourself if you are producing enough milk for your baby or how to tell if your baby is getting just enough milk? It doesn’t come as a surprise that the current level of education in breastfeeding among new moms is low; You think to yourself that nurses will be there…
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Is vaginal discharge normal during pregnancy?
You may notice an increase of discharge in early pregnancy due to hormone changes. Also, it is an early sign when you are expecting. Discharge is normal throughout your nine-month pregnancy, but it may vary in color, amount and thickness. Is my discharge normal? Normal discharge, also known as leukorrhea is thin, clear and mild-smelling. It is…
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All you need to know about breast pumps
You’ve probably heard about how breast milk is the ultimate source of nutrition for your newborn baby. But often moms find it challenging to breastfeed especially you doing it for the first time. A survey shows that about 27% of mothers found pumping uncomfortable, and an additional 15% experienced a pump-related injury, making most mothers…
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Childbirth Trilogy #2: Delivery of Your Baby, Welcome to the World!
You’ve just gone through your 15-hour labor and your body is now ready to welcome your little one to the world. Delivering your baby out to see the world is going to require some pushing – so stay strong, mommy! Key Points to Expect: Duration: 20 minutes – 2 hours, but sometimes longer Contractions: Contractions last about…
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Myths Buster!
I recently spoke to a group of parents in an antenatal class & spent a lot of time debunking myths about breastfeeding & early parenting. Myth 1. The funniest one I heard was ‘crying exercises a baby’s lungs! Fact 1. Our lungs are not a muscle! Lungs are organs! They work simply by breathing in &…
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What is a Water Birth? Is it for me?
Nowadays mums can choose to deliver their baby in the hospital, at a birthing center, or at home based on their needs and conditions. More mums are starting to welcome and promote the idea of water birth for a more natural and gentle childbirth experience. “But what is water birth? Is it less painful? Is…
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Baby’s thriving. How about you?
I hope this article finds you feeling encouraged and affirmed about being a mum. I hope too that feeding – by breast or bottle, is off to a good start, that you’re getting ‘enough’ sleep (that’s a relative one!) and that you are delighting in your new bundle. The early months can be very unpredictable…
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Babywearing helps to keep me fit and strong.
After having her first baby Tara Darlington decided to train to become a Birth Educator and Doula. 14 years later she is now a mother of 6 children as well as a highly qualified Birth Educator, Doula and Yoga Teacher. “I trained as a Birth Educator & Doula after I had my first baby, realizing…