How Pregnancy Changes Your Brain – The Science Behind “Mummy Brain”
You’ve probably heard the phrase “mummy brain” thrown around, often with a laugh or an eye roll. It’s usually used to describe those moments of forgetfulness or distraction that seem to pop up during pregnancy and the postnatal period. But what if I told you there’s...
Why Independent Birth Classes Empower Parents More Than Hospital Classes
Independent Birth Classes vs Hospital Classes??? If you’re considering independent birth classes over hospital-based alternatives, you’re on the path to making a more empowered and informed choice for your childbirth experience It can feel overwhelming with so many...
The Myth of Self-Soothing: Why Babies Don’t Need to Self-Soothe for Healthy Emotional Development
Understanding the Myth of Self-Soothing in Baby Sleep Programs In recent years, a concerning trend has emerged in baby sleep programs: calling themselves "responsive" while still promoting the “self-soothing” myth. But even worse, some programmes are claiming...
Why Night-Time Breastfeeding is Essential for Your Baby’s Sleep and Health
Why Night-Time and Early Morning Breastfeeding is a Game-Changer for Your Baby If there’s one thing new parents know all too well, it’s that sleep becomes a whole new ballgame once your baby arrives. The late-night wake-ups and early morning feeds can feel...
What You Need to Know About Induction Policies and Your Rights
Questioning the Ethics of Hospital Induction Policies. Preparing for your baby’s arrival is such an exciting time, but it can also come with a lot of questions, especially when you’re faced with hospital policies that might not align with your expectations. Recently,...
“Independent Birth Classes vs Hospital Classes: Which is Better for You?”
Why Independent Birth Classes Are Better than Hospital Classes Have you thought about doing a birth preparation class but aren’t sure which one is best for you? It can feel really overwhelming trying to figure out where to get your information when it...
Cord Blood Banking : Yes or No
Navigating the Ethical and Practical Concerns of Cord Blood Banking: A Candid Exchange As a health professional dedicated to supporting parents during one of the most critical times in their lives, I recently faced a challenging decision: whether to allow a...
Preventing and Treating Mastitis: A New Approach
If you have found this blog you probably already know that mastitis causes pain, and discomfort, and can potentially impact your breastfeeding journey. But did you know that new research has shown us that some of the common advice that is being given for preventing...
Understanding Attachment Theory: Insights for New Parents
Nurturing Secure Attachment: The Key to Your Baby’s Brain Development and Long-Term Mental Health Becoming a parent is one of the most profound experiences in life. As you prepare for or begin your journey into parenthood, you may find yourself flooded...
How to Avoid The 5 Biggest Mistakes in Choosing a Birth Care Provider
Understanding Birth Care Options Choosing the right birth care provider is crucial for a positive birth experience. This post will explore common pitfalls and provide insights into making an informed decision, ensuring you and your baby get the birth you want and...
Benefits of Skin-to-Skin: For Babies and Mums
We have known for a long time that skin-to-skin has many benefits for babies and breastfeeding. And I think we have gotten pretty good at understanding how important skin-to-skin is immediately after birth because it really helps babies regulate and adapt to being...
Breastfeeding 101
Some Interesting Facts About Breastfeeding Size Doesn't Matter Breasts are made up of two different types of tissue: adipose and glandular tissues. Adipose tissue is commonly known as body fat and determines the size of your breasts. Glandular tissue is where...