What is a birth plan, and should you have one? A birth plan is exactly what the name says – a plan of action for your birth. For many moms, birth is something that happens to them and the process often feels out of your control. It is important to realise that there are decision […]
Pain after birth is normal- today we break down what you can expect in your first days post-partum. Your body undergoes massive changes during pregnancy. After delivery, recovery is a long process. You also have the additional discomfort caused by the birth itself (whether it was vaginal or via Caesarean section). Read more on what […]
The first 6 weeks of being a new mother are like nothing else that you have ever experienced. It’s an emotional roller coaster and exhausting, exhilarating and fulfilling all at the same time. Here are some tips to help you survive the first 6 weeks. Don’t underestimate what your body has just been through: […]
The Magic of Christmas Creating Christmas Magic. As a planner and a perfectionist, I went into parenting with some very definite ideas of the type of mom I was going to be. (Spoiler Alert: Epic Fail). One of the items on my rather extensive list was to make sure that my children have a magical […]
There is no question about it. Continuing to breastfeed when going back to work can be tricky, but you’ve come this far momma, and we are here to guide you! There are many advantages to continuing breastfeeding for longer than the first 3-4 months of your little one’s life. For mosts moms, the only way […]
Weaning baby off the breast can be a stressful experience for mom and baby. As with most other parenting challenges, there is not one correct way to do it. You must find the solutions that fits you and your family. What is weaning? For the purpose of this blog, weaning refers to stopping breastfeeding. In […]
There 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. New mothers often don’t have the luxury of testing […]
Congratulations! Your new baby is finally here. After months of waiting and planning the birth is behind you and you have officially launched into motherhood and you can start that long awaited breastfeeding journey you have been dreaming of. Very often, successful breastfeeding is in the mind The very first step to breastfeeding success is […]
Starting solid foods is an exciting journey. It is important to make sure that you adapt your approach to keep up with baby’s changing needs. Below some guidelines on how you should adapt the food your baby eats to his age and developmental stage. A word of caution before you read further Remember that there […]
Early childhood feeding – both milk feeding and solid foods – lay the foundation for lifelong healthy eating habits. This is a good time to evaluate your family’s eating habits and to decide if some changes are necessary. Eventually your child will eat what the rest of the family members are eating. And the first […]