Bits and Boobs

Colostrum is often called “liquid gold”, and for good reason, this thick, golden fluid is the very first food your breasts produce, sometimes from as early as 16 weeks of pregnancy, and during the first few days after birth. Although small in volume, every drop is packed with powerful nutrients and antibodies specially designed to protect and nourish your newborn baby, whether you choose to go on to breastfeed or formula feed.

Preparing for your baby’s birth is exciting, but it can also feel completely overwhelming. As midwives, we often see new parents caught in a whirlwind of “must-haves” that turn out to be anything but essential. As Black Friday approaches it’s so easy to catch “Buy it Now” fever and spend way more than you planned on things you don’t even need. 

Most women can have a C-section with a spinal anaesthetic, which involves an injection in the back to numb the lower body while they remain awake. However, there are situations where you need to be put to sleep during the procedure in which case a general anaesthetic may be necessary.

When choosing the best baby changing bag for your needs, it is helpful to think about your daily routine—whether you’ll be out for long periods or prefer something compact. Finding a bag that balances these features will make your outings with baby a lot easier!

Pregnancy is a time of wonderment, new life, excitement, and more bodily changes than you can shake a stick at. Some of these changes are well documented, but others may be annoying, or even alarming. We have pulled together some changes you are likely to experience during your pregnancy.

What is in a name? Our top tips for navigating the world of choosing forever names for your little humans

There are several reasons why you may be offered or recommended a C-section, and that includes your own wish to have one.

Take care of yourself as much as you take care of your baby. You can't our from an empty cup.

Using a warm compress on your perineum during the birth of your baby can help to reduce tearing.

Most of the signs which people think are caused by low milk supply are normal baby behaviours. Learn more about these & what you can do.