TOP 6 SEX POSITIONS FOR PREGNANCY
Sometimes during pregnancy, we are like gracious flowers waiting to bloom. Sometimes we are a hormonal mess trying to keep our shit together in public and crumbling in front of…
Sometimes during pregnancy, we are like gracious flowers waiting to bloom. Sometimes we are a hormonal mess trying to keep our shit together in public and crumbling in front of…
Alas! It’s the time of year for indulgence, staying up til late with friends and getting slightly merry. Unless you’re expecting of course! Here are my best tips to survive…
You read that right – the items I’m going to mention now are present ideas for the mamas, not the babes! When it comes to having a baby, it seems…
Let’s just get it out there: parenting is hard. That’s right, no beating around the bush here. When you first envisioned having children, I can already guess what you imagined…
Birth can be a challenge for any woman, but being well prepared makes all the difference in helping her stay calm as she goes through the changes. First things first:…
We’ve all been there. You glide seemlessly through your first trimester (apart from the copius bathroom trips that is), have a burst of energy in your second and then suddenly…
You may have heard of affirmations but will they work for you? This post will explain all about birth affirmations, why they’re such a powerful tool and how to apply…
Overwhelmed rather than overjoyed, more irritable than excited? Not to worry – you probably have what’s known as pregnancy anxiety. This post is going to guide you through this commonly…
Breastfeeding can be a tricky time to get a nutritious diet, whilst juggling a newborn AND trying to get some sleep. You might feel so overwhelmed at the idea of…
Are you having a bit of a dip in your supply? Not to worry, low mil supply is something that happens to everyone at some point. Here I’ll go through…
Varicose veins, like many pregnancy symptoms, are a pain in the butt. If you want to learn some simple remedies for varicose veins and to improve your overall circulation, this…
In this post, we’ll be covering the early signs of labour you need to recognise andwhat you should do when you have any of these signs. Labour can be a…
Pregnancy can be a testing time for a couple. It’s why they all say that it either make or breaks your love life. If you feel like you’re in a…
Combined pumping and nursing can leave many moms wondering how to tackle the two simultaneously. From when to pump, how to get in a routine, to conserving your freezer stash.
Pregnancy is a real rollercoaster of hormones and emotions that at times it can be unpredictable. Your sex drive included! Most women have ups and downs when it comes to…
Every woman’s body is different and you don’t have to match all these symptoms, but do you know the early signs of pregnancy? Plus mommas get real with how they knew they were pregnant.
Home birth is gradually becoming more popular, though there is still stigma that comes with it. So if you’re considering home birth, read through the pros and cons before you make a decision.
Pregnancy is unpredictable. Sciatique nerve pain is one of the symptoms you could be unlucky enough to suffer from. If you’re finding yourself wriggling around to find a comfortable position and struggling to sleep, I’ve put together my five top coping methods.
Whether you have to return to work, or just need a break you’re probably asking yourself how do I do introduce a bottle to my breastfed baby? Ah, a common…
For some families, starting their babies on solid foods can be a piece of cake. For others, it’s an ongoing headache to try to get baby even interested in anything…
Getting motivated to exercise while pregnant can be a challenge in itself. In between nausea, heartburn, back pain and swollen feet, it’s really no wonder why so many of us…
Becoming a mother can make us feel stressed and worn out. Learn how to avoid major breakdowns and prevent them in the future….
As I’m assuming that you’re reading this in utter desperation at 4:00am in the morning, I’ll keep this post as clear and concise as possible. You can go through many…
The postpartum period can be a very testing period of time for any new family. Mom is trying to catch up on every ounce of sleep, recovering from the birth…
We spend so little time talking about one of the most taboo subjects our there: pregnancy and sex. So I decided to put a little list of common worries you might be having and what you can do to feel in form…
Having ‘the chat’ can be daunting but absolutely necessary to get off on the right foot once baby arrives. It’s better to establish certain views and values early on so you can adapt to each other and your new family…
Choosing to breastfeed is a big decision many tend to overlook. We create such tight knit relationships with our babies but we also miss out on some things. We miss…
I remember it well. It was a looming, heavy presence that drained every energy from you. It was like a shadow that played games with you following you down back streets, creeping up on you inappropriate moments. It made my skin glow with a constant beam of sweat…
For some women, birth is like a walk in the park. For the rest of us mere mortals, birth can be a little overwhelming at best, and absolutely petrifying at worst. Thankfully, if you’re reading this post today, I have some solutions for you.
Here I’m going to touch one of those hurdles that is almost unheard of and very barely talked about: the distraction phase. Yep, remember those days when you could feed…
That’s why, before you make any decision it’s wise to talk it out to whoever will be supporting you because ultimately it is your choice but you need to feel…
We’ve all been there. ‘Awww honey what a sweet baby we have! Who’s our cutie pie? Who, who?’ ‘WAAAAAAAAAA!’ *Looks at watch: 18:00 If you’re finding yourself with the same…
I never used to believe them. But when my exhausted body gave that final push and I could feel her coming out into the world – really, it all just…
Now your due date is approaching, or even at the start of your journey, you can find yourself wondering what labour will be like and how you can prepare your mind…
So you’ve heard it time and time again. It’s been so drilled into you that you’re now with your pen and paper ready to go with one small problem…. You…
This is it. You’ve got your mind set on having your family’s birth the way you want it. You want to be in control. Sure, we all know that birth…
Just when you think you’ve got it all under control and breastfeeding is well established or baby takes a bottle with daddy too – *wipes brow with relief while startling…
So, you’ve decided to go natural – or you’re even contemplating those first few hours of early labour. You’ve heard of other mummies ploughing through like champs all because of…
So, your due date is approaching and you’re starting to feel a little…exasperated. To say the least… Pregnancy can be hard at any moment, we know that. There is nothing…
‘Wait, I have to get this out of me??’ Yep, I was the same. I knew thousands of women had done it before me. I knew that the midwife had…
First of all, let me say – congratulations mum to be! So you’re thinking about giving birth ‘naturally’, that is giving birth ‘drug free’? As long as you’ve got the…
If you’re anything like me, hypnosis reminds of some dodgy 70’s tv programme where someone is asked to lie back in a recliner chair, eyes closed and have magic words…
If you’re anything like I was, You’re looking at this page at 3am in the morning after tossing and turning all night, reading with a bedside light and getting up…
Who said mini milk fountains? You’ve come to the right place. -Because it can be a frustrating and tiring period for a new mummy, just as dealing with a low…
Breastfeeding can turn out to be the most wonderful experience for both mother and baby. However, those that have gone through the first time know well that in the beginning…
Well, you’ve certainly imagined it – and you could say you haven’t really got any choice. That’s cause like it or not, you are going to receive (or probably already…
Thinking about giving birth in the comfort of your own home? You’re one of a rising number of women who are bringing back birth to the ‘way nature intended’ and…
Short answer: there’s a small possibility. Long answer: It depends on the following factors I’m about to explain. There is so much contradictory information surrounding fertility after birth that is…
Breastfeeding while recovering from birth can be a tough time for a new mom, she needs support and encouragement. And what better than…
Are you fed up of that annoying pregnancy symptom that is heartburn? I’ve got just the trick ..
I’m going to share a little secret. Something that rarely goes talked about enough…. YOU SHOULD PREPARE FOR POST PARTUM JUST AS MUCH IF NOT EVEN MORE THAN THE BIRTH…