Tag: mamaway
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Tips to Ease Leg Cramps During Pregnancy
Leg cramps are common during the second and third trimesters of pregnancy, often occurring at midnight. You may feel discomfort as it typically affects your calf, foot, or both. Experiencing sharp pain or tightness in your calf when you are ready to sleep can be quite troublesome. Here are some factors that may cause leg…
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Baby Bonding: Benefits of Skin to Skin
During pregnancy, babies stay with mums as close as they can be – get everything they need from their mother’s body. So you can imagine how insecure they feel when the labour occurs. That’s why doctors and nurses always place your baby on your chest to create a skin-to-skin contact during that first hour (so-called “golden hour”) after…
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Fight Against Gravity! Your Breast Care Manual
Have you noticed that your ribcage starts expanding, and your underbust increases in size during your first trimester? What’s more, your nipples become darker, and your breasts become heavier. Don’t worry! These changes are absolutely normal when you’re growing a baby. You just need more breast care tips! Breast Care During Pregnancy When pregnant, mums…
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7 Signs of Labour Other Than Water Breaks
You’ve been pregnant for 9 months, you’ve made it thus far. You’re ready to meet your little one but you just wonder when the moment will come. Many mums go into labour on days earlier or after the calculated due date. Only around 4 percent of newborns are born on their due dates – other…
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All You Need to Know About Baby’s Excessive Sweat in Sleep
I believed that watching your baby asleep is a blessing for all parents. Have you ever wonder why your baby sweats even when the air conditioner is on? It can be somehow disturbing to see your loved one drenched in sweats during their sleep. Here what you need to know about Baby sweat: 1. The Location of…
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Should You Switch to Home Birth During the Coronavirus Outbreak?
“With the serious outbreak of COVID-19, should I change to a Home Birth instead of going to the hospital?” Childbirth at home has gained a lot of attention over the past few years and the recent outbreak of coronavirus has certainly brought more awareness to home birthing options. With social distancing going on, you may…
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12 Things That Happen to Your Postnatal Body
You’ve nurtured your baby for nine months, and now, your postnatal body is embarking on a new journey. As you adjust to the changes, remember that your body’s transformation is part of the incredible process of motherhood. While it may take time to regain your pre-pregnancy shape, embrace the journey ahead and cherish the remarkable…
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Weight Dropped: Is My Baby Drinking Enough Milk?
If you’re a breastfeeding mum you’ve probably noticed your newborn’s weight dropped a bit then regained afterward. You might be wondering whether you’re feeding enough if your baby is having enough milk. In this article, we will cover the signs of newborn and older babies having enough milk, what you can do to make sure…
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6 Reasons Why Mums Stop Breastfeeding
At no point have I ever called me a staunch breastfeeding advocate. When I was pregnant, I guess I just assumed that I WOULD breastfeed and that it would be as simple as that. A generally positive outlook on life (and the fact I was a little clueless) meant I never entertained the thought that breastfeeding…
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HOW TO CHOOSE A GOOD NURSING BRA FOR BREASTFEEDING
How to choose a good nursing bra for breastfeeding? Why a nursing bra is so important? A good nursing bra is a must for a successful breastfeeding experience, and it makes your “heavy” breast more comfortable. One of the ways to make your pregnancy and nursing life easy is to get a suitable and properly fitted…