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
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
Are you and your partner looking to acquire information from the best baby books for new parents? Australian authors have released several helpful reads in the last couple of years. You can draw on their up-to-date advice to smooth your ride from pregnancy to parenting. Preparing for Birth: Mothers Written by Jane Palmer and
Worrying about postpartum hair loss is the last thing you need when you’re adjusting to new motherhood. On top of learning to breastfeed in public, use a baby carrier, and get bub to sleep, why are you losing hair? Could you be going bald? And what can you do about it? How common is
If you’re experiencing perinatal anxiety, as many women do, there’s no need to put up with it. Instead of waiting, there are evidence-based treatments to improve your quality of life right now. Some involve seeing a doctor or psychologist, and others you can do by yourself, at home. Cognitive behavioural therapy and other psychotherapies
Dads-to-be, is it fair to say you haven't given parenthood as much thought as the mum-to-be has? Most of you don't usually look at pregnancy websites, maybe because they speak more to mums, and you're busy. But preparing for fatherhood is worthwhile. When dads are positively involved in their kids' care, the children are
You'd think parenting would be a breeze by now – after all, humans have been having babies for a very long time. But parenting a newborn, especially your first, is still full of decisions. How should you feed them, and when? How do you transport them when you want to go somewhere? Where's the
It's one of the most common questions discussed among new mums: when will you return to work after birth? In every case, there are lots of factors to weigh up. Here are some things to consider when making your own choice. What does "the average" parent do, and why? After birth, mothers in Australia
It’s no secret that physical activity and good health go hand in hand – even for newborns. Tummy time is how babies learn to use and strengthen their muscles and look at the world from a different perspective. There are several specific benefits for your little one’s development. Tummy time in a recent review
Have you created a postnatal plan to help you ease into motherhood? Just as you wouldn't embark on birth without discussing your preferences, don't leave the period after birth to chance either. Giving some thought to the first weeks after a baby is born can help them run smoothly and with more joy. From
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