Getting to know your baby’s skin through massage is a great way to check for any developing problems such as dry skin or nappy rash and help you become more sensitive to baby’s needs. Massage is an excellent way to connect if your baby was born prematurely. ... read more »
Most new mothers feel excited about getting to know their baby, but you may also feel very tired physically and emotionally as your body recovers from your labour and birth. For some families it helps to think of the first two weeks with a new baby as a 'baby... read more »
All of these feelings are natural and oxytocin helps the ‘let-down’ reflex when we breastfeed. It also tends to make you feel relaxed and drowsy - that is natural as well so take the time to relax while you are feeding. All these feelings help to release... read more »
Look out for playgroups and other social events to meet other mums and have a cuppa whilst your little ones learn to interact with other adults and children. Chatting with other mums who have ‘been there, done that’ will have a wealth of knowledge and information... read more »
Returning to work is a big step and leaving behind your breastmilk for your caregiver to feed your baby with your breastmilk is one of the best things you can do. By expressing your breastmilk and storing it will give you peace of mind when you are away from your... read more »
Reducing the number of items you take out with you for baby’s needs seems an impossible task. If travelling by car it can be helpful to have a container in the boot where you can keep a stock of items – nursing pads, baby wipes, nappies, spare clothes, muslin,... read more »
Pregnancy takes a toll on your body and it is important to know that it will take time to get back in shape. This is not just to have your body back in shape but also to regain your strength and energy back especially as you are looking after your new baby. You... read more »
It is common around 4 months for babies to start sleeping less at night and there are very good reasons for this; none of which mean that you should question your milk supply or think about introducing solid foods in an attempt to get baby to sleep longer or through... read more »
Giving your baby a bath seems to be one of those stressful times during new motherhood. How much water do I need? How do I get my baby safely into the bath? What if I get water into the baby’s eyes/ears/mouth? Has the water got the right temperature? and how... read more »
Have you spoilt your child by being too responsive to his/her needs? Has something scary happened to them to cause this distress? The answer is ‘no’. Your little one is simply experiencing something called ‘separation anxiety’ and it is entirely normal,... read more »
