Tag: mamaway
-
7 THINGS YOU DIDN’T KNOW ABOUT BREAST MILK
2024-01-02 11:15:02 Breast milk is unquestionably the perfect food for young humans as it is specifically designed for them! I really had very little clue as to the value of my breast milk, when I first started breastfeeding. I had heavily rested on the fact that someone else had done the research. I figured women…
-
Pregnancy risk during Covid-19
2024-01-02 11:15:02 You may be worried about how the Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) may affect you and your baby if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Additionally, you might have concerns about the safety of COVID-19 vaccines. Below you’ll find some important information. Covid-19 Risk during pregnancy Women who are pregnant or have recently been pregnant…
-
How to Read Baby Growth Chart
Babies come in all shapes and sizes, each growing at their own pace. During regular health checkups, healthcare providers take specific measurements to ensure your baby is developing well. But do you know how to interpret the numbers on the baby growth chart? What is the Baby Growth Chart? It’s an important tool to check…
-
All You Need to Know About Baby-Led Weaning
2024-01-02 11:15:02 Your baby’s first try into solid food opens up a whole world of flavors and texture. But how do you decide what your baby’s first taste should be? Do you offer it to them on a spoon or do they just pick it up with their tiny hands? What is Baby-Led Weaning? Popular…
-
Maternity Leave: How Does a Career Woman Take the Most of it?
2024-01-02 11:15:02 Taking your list of to-dos one by one before maternity leave can help you cross those items off without too much stress. Here’s what you should know and how to get started! How Does Maternity Leave Work? What to Know Before Taking Leave First of all, be sure you thoroughly read your employer’s…
-
8 Ultimate Checklist: Hospital Bag For Mum & Babies
September 12, 2023 By Mamaway Maternity Are you gearing up to give birth soon? Whether it’s your first baby or you’re a seasoned pro, to avoid last-minute panic, it’s important to be prepared before you arrive at the hospital. To ensure you have everything you need in your hospital bag, we’ve created a handy checklist…
-
Breastfeeding Benefits: For Mom and Baby
We couldn’t stress more on breastfeeding importance. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) even recommends exclusive breastfeeding (only breast milk, no water, no formula, no solid food) for 6 months. Why do pediatricians care about all these? Because they know the many advantages of human milk to babies, to mums, and the environment. Let’s take…
-
Childbirth Trilogy #1: The 3 Stages of Labour
Each of your birth experiences is special and unique. You can never know if this one’s going to be a quick pain or a long-hours exhausting labour experience. However, it’s always helpful to know the different stages of labour to prepare ahead for what is expected. Childbirth happens in 3 phases: Labour, Delivery of your…
-
Was that a good latch on? Why am I experiencing nipple pain?
2024-01-02 11:15:01 You’ve probably watched tons of breastfeeding-related tutorials online but when it comes to actually nursing your newborn, everything feels different. Especially if you don’t have a lactation consultant to seek help, how are you going to ensure your baby is latching on correctly? We’ve listed out some rules for you to self-assess if…
-
Childbirth Trilogy #3: The Delivery of Placenta and Done!
2024-01-02 11:15:01 You’ve just gone through the most painful part of labor and delivered your baby safe and sound. Congratulations, the hard work is over! You’re only left with delivering the placenta out of your birth canal. The delivery of the placenta is important to your health after giving birth – retention in your body…