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Pregnancy, Week 5-8
By week 5, your period is late so you may begin to think that you could be pregnant and you may notice that your breasts are slightly bigger and tender to touch. But you may simply feel as if your period is about to start. As soon as your period is a day late, you […] Read more
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The first 3 months – the first trimester
During the first 12 weeks or 3 months of your pregnancy, you will usually only put on about 1 or 2 kilos, or possibly less if you have morning sickness. Most of this weight is in the placenta (the afterbirth) and in your breasts, uterus and in the extra blood your body will make. During […] Read more
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Preparing your toddler for the new baby
Many mothers find it best to tell their child soon after they discover they are pregnant. Toddlers understand more than you expect and will soon pick up that something is going on. However, just saying that ‘there’s a baby inside Mummy’s tummy’ may not mean much to a toddler. Looking at books or pictures of pregnant women […] Read more
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How long should I breastfeed my baby?
How long to continue breastfeeding for is a personal decision for each family to make. IF YOU BREASTFEED YOUR BABY FOR JUST A FEW DAYS, he will have received your colostrum, or early milk. By providing antibodies and the food his brand-new body expects, breastfeeding gives your baby his first — and easiest — ‘immunisation’ […] Read more
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Water exercise in pregnancy
Finding the right and comfortable way to exercise is important but often difficult to do. Aqua aerobics either in a class or on your own can be a comfortable and safe way to remain active during your pregnancy Benefits Include: Uses low impact environment, promoting comfort and wellbeing Provides support by reducing the effect of […] Read more