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Is today the day? Birth Plans & Labour Signs
Here’s an outline that starts with your third trimester, and takes you right through to your upcoming labour. You’ll start by seeing your doctor or midwife every other week.
Physical & Hormonal Changes During Pregnancy
Being pregnant is an exciting experience, not only are you anticipating the day you finally hold your baby in your arms, but your body is also going through amazing changes.
Visiting your healthcare professional during pregnancy is important to ensure that your baby’s growth and development is progressing well. Here is what to expect in the doctor’s office.
Baby’s Coming! What to Pack in the Hospital Bag
Packing for the hospital is not quite as simple as packing for a weekend trip since you leave home pregnant, and return with an extra bundle of joy. Your baby will need some amenities.
Choosing Your Pregnancy & Childbirth Team
You might think it’s too early to start planning for the big day, but it’s never too early to start thinking about what kind of birthing experience will be the ideal one for you
Baby Nutrition and Feeding Guide
So, how will you feed your newborn? It’s a common and important question for any parent.
Baby’s naptime: Sleep Tips and More
Looks like you have quite the little sleepyhead on your hands, during the day at least. At night? Not so much. Following these tips can help both you and baby to adjust.
While it may have been tedious handling that first child, it’s not long before some mums dream of having more kids. This also means considering how to space them out.
Your toddler, the independent eater
By now your Toddler is really getting the hang of self-feeding. And you're probably used to messy mealtimes!
His ability to grasp now means your child will be easily picking up his food with two to three fingers instead of his entire hand.
Teething, or “cutting of the teeth” is the process by which your baby’s teeth break through or emerge through the gums. This usually occurs between 6 months to 2 years.
Yes, this is all about your baby’s poop! The most important thing is to be able to identify abnormal stool to know when to see your baby’s doctor if the need arises.
Back pain during pregnancy is due to strain caused by the weight of your growing baby. By practicing good posture, you could relieve as well as prevent some of this pain. Here’s how:
Congratulations on reaching this exciting milestone and have fun feeding your baby his first foods.
Introducing baby to complementary foods
After six months of age, baby’s evolving needs call for the introduction of appropriate complementary foods
Don't forget your support system
Choosing to breastfeed is one of the most important decisions you can make regarding your baby's health.
Introducing a bottle expressed breast milk
Bottle feeding does not have to mean an end to breastfeeding. It may just be another means for your baby to continue to receive full nutrition in the form of expressed breast milk
Breast milk helps protect babies from diseases during infancy
And even later in life
Breastfeeding hunger & fullness cues
Depending on her level of hunger, your baby’s cues may become very obvious to you.
Breast milk is the best start for babies
Breast milk is the best start for babies
Breastfeeding is well worth the practice and patience it can sometimes take. Here are some common concerns that breastfeeding mums have, and solutions to remedy them.
Having a basic understanding about breast milk, breastfeeding and your breastfed baby will help you enjoy every moment that you’re nourishing and nurturing your baby.
Healthy eating habits are set early in life
Healthy eating habits are set early in life
Make every bite count for baby’s healthy growth and development
Starting your little on solid foods is quite a milestone! Since his tummy is so small, and breastmilk is the main source of his nutrition, at 6 months of age he will only be taking small tast
Baby's first year: Higher nutritional needs than adults
Babies have small tummies, but big nutritional needs because their bodies are rapidly growing in the first years of life.
Baby food nutrition for your 8-12 months
Take this quiz and test your nutrition knowledge!
Baby's most nutritious food choices
A quiz for moms of 6 to 7-month-olds
Your 6 to 12 month old’s fullness & hunger cues
At this stage, your baby’s menu may have expanded to include more cereals and baby food varieties
Did you Know? - Nutrition Program
Infants and young toddlers can naturally regulate their energy intake. The way they are fed is an important experience that can influence their intake and food choices later in life.
At around 8 months old, your baby will be able to grasp and pick up small pieces of food.