It’s normal to be apprehensive about the thought of any surgery and, for many mothers-to-be, the prospect of having a caesarean can be really worrying. Sometimes this is an elected procedure, for va...
Tag: Pregnancy
Funny Myths About Pregnancy
Being pregnant for the first time is wildly exciting and pretty scary all at the same time. Well-meaning friends and family are quick to offer their ‘advice’ and ‘wisdom’ on everything; from w...
Fitness and Exercise During Pregnancy
Depending on your level of fitness and your exercise regime before you became pregnant, exercise during pregnancy can help you stay in shape, lift your mood and prepare your body for labour. (more...
Newborns: What to Expect
The newborn phase is a magical one; its quirks not always what you’d expect from babyhood. Here’s how those first few special weeks are likely to unfold. (more…)...
Can I Take Painkillers in Pregnancy?
Aches and pains can attend pregnancy—migraines, loosened joints, etc.—but just because they’re expected, does that mean you should suffer through them? (more…)...
Midwives Write Their Own Birthplans—Here’s What They Want
Generally, we rely on the experts for advice, right? So why should writing up a birth plan be any different? Check out what eight registered midwives listed as their top priorities during labour and d...
The First Signs of Labour
It’s the topic foremost in your mind as your due date approaches—how will you know when baby is ready for the big reveal? Here are the top signs you should grab that hospital bag. (more&hellip...
Writing a Birth Plan: Is it Necessary?
So you’re in the final stretch and you’ve been asked to compose a birth plan—but do you really have to? (more…)...
Back Pain in Early Pregnancy: What You Need to Know
Back pain while pregnant is fairly common, and usually nothing to worry about. Here are the facts. (more…)...
The Top Four Fears Expectant Mums Face
Pregnancy is an exciting time—but if it’s your first, it’s unknown territory, too, and anxieties are also common par for the course. Here are the biggest worries for most mums-to-be—and what t...
