An ironic topic to be writing about, seeing as it’s 02h00 and I’m awake. Because you can only be woken-up so many times in a row before sleep eludes you completely, for the next few hours at least. At which time you will start growing drowsy again, right in time for the next ‘mama…’ to […]
Author: Christine
How Birth Influences Breastfeeding: A Domino Effect
By ChristineIf you are currently pregnant, the birth of your baby is probably one of the biggest events that you’ve ever had coming up. Many women don’t realise that they have to prepare and make decisions, placing instead the responsibility of their care in the hands of the healthcare professionals looking after them. And while this […]
10 Baby-boosting Ingredients in Breastmilk
By ChristineMost mothers know that breastmilk offers superior nutrition to their babies and that it can protect the baby from illness and disease. But the wonders of breastmilk stretch far beyond these already amazing properties, and scientists are continuously discovering new components of breastmilk that we didn’t know about previously. Let’s look at a few ingredients […]
How to boost your milk supply
By ChristineMost women who stop breastfeeding do so because they feel they don’t have enough milk supply. The idea of not being able to provide in the needs of this little baby they love so much is daunting. In the majority of these cases the mother actually had enough milk, but simply didn’t understand normal breastfeeding […]
How do I know what size breast pump flange I need?
By ChristineOne of the most common (and most commonly missed) reasons why mother experience expressing difficulties is an ill-fitting breast pump flange. With breast pump flanges one size most certainly doesn’t fit all. The flange is the part of the breast pump that fits onto your breast with the tunnel into which your nipple gets pulled. […]
How to choose a breast pump
By ChristineThere are many different breast pumps on the market, each with its pro’s and cons. The same pump won’t work for everyone, leading to conflicting opinions from friends and on social media. Generally, a breast pump is one of the bigger expenses when having a baby, and new mothers don’t have the luxury of testing […]
Breastfeeding whilst working – why all the hassle?
By ChristineThere are no questions about it. Working and breastfeeding is more difficult than staying at home and breastfeeding or than working and formula feeding. For those who choose this option, hard work and effort await. Perhaps this is why so many mothers don’t even attempt to continue breastfeeding when going back to work. In my […]
Teaching your children manners
By ChristineIt is never too early to teach your child good manners, it is not even something you have to teach. If you and those around you have good manners, then your child will learn them but they do need a little help along the way. Good manners, especially at the table, are a non-negotiable in […]
Managing expectations during pregnancy
By ChristineToday I want to get you thinking on a topic that is very personal to me, as it played such a big role in my parenting journey until now – expectations. Now if you are one of those earth-mothers who found in motherhood your true passion and biggest calling, this blog is most likely going […]
What do I need for my newborn baby – free checklist
By ChristineWith literally thousands of baby products available in stores and online, many new parents feel a bit confused and often ask themselves: “what exactly do I need for my newborn baby?” The truth is that this new baby checklist is probably far shorter than you may think, as many of the gimmicks and gadgets one can […]