Every expectant parent wants a healthy baby, but a positive birth experience is also important. So how do you find a care provider you trust to help you make informed decisions and support your wishes? We spoke to Sunshine Coast birthing educator and maternal health advocate Alecia Staines. Often women hear, "The most important
By now, the news of your impending arrival is starting to sink in. But, you may question with whom you are going to share this exciting news. Some people prefer to keep it a secret for the first 12 weeks until they feel the risk of miscarriage decreases. Ultimately, the decision is yours. Do
You know some mothers suffer from postnatal depression but have you also wondered whether you might be experiencing postnatal anxiety? Various studies show that at least 1 in 10 mums develop an anxiety disorder in the first year after birth, and this can perhaps be as many as 4 in 10. Learn about postnatal
If you haven’t already, now is a great time to do a home pregnancy test. Most tests on the market are more than 99% effective at detecting hCG in your system after a missed period. However, if you found out a week or so ago, the news that you are bringing a new little
Being a new dad can leave you feeling a bit at sea when mums are the ones who give birth and breastfeed. However, there are several important ways dads can help new mums. We know that dads want to be involved. However, reviews of various studies tell us there are barriers preventing dads from
Why make a breast milk donation? Have you got more breastmilk than you know what to do with? Or perhaps you want to help others and have a strong belief in the value of human milk. If that's you, you might be considering milk donation. Most babies receive plenty of milk from their mums
Congratulations on being 4 weeks pregnant! Finding out you are pregnant is a hugely exciting time and can bring lots of emotions. However, it’s essential to know you are not alone, as you may experience joy to nervousness and even a little anxiety, which is because significant changes are happening rapidly in your body.
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