In New Zealand, 25% of women suffer from depression during or after pregnancy and 10% of men develop depression after childbirth. Parenthood brings immense joy, but also new pressures that...
Welcoming a baby into the world is one of the most extraordinary experiences a parent can have. From the moment of birth, every touch, glance, and sound becomes a precious...
As we celebrate World Breastfeeding Week, it’s a perfect moment to reflect on the profound benefits of breastfeeding and the crucial role of support systems in New Zealand. The theme...
Becoming a new mother is an incredible journey filled with joy and challenges. It's essential to prioritise your mental health postpartum to navigate this transformative period with ease and grace....
The core reason many babies develop a preference for the bottle isn’t as much about the bottle itself, but about the flow. Bottles typically deliver milk at a faster, more...
Understanding Early Labour: What to Expect Before Active Labour Becoming a mother was a journey that intertwined with my career as a midwife, but it wasn't until the birth of...
Breast milk is more than just nourishment; it's a treasure trove of antioxidants, immune-boosting properties, and essential nutrients and inn my work as a midwife at Waterford Birth Centre milk...
I know first hand as a once breastfeeding working mother how exciting and daunting the prospect of returning to work can be, the desire to continue breastfeeding while resuming professional...
Breastfeeding is a natural but learned skill that can be challenging at times but I want you to know that there is support available to all mothers in Aotearoa. I've...
I have a personal experience with these and therefore feel it's my duty that you know what they are too and how to treat them. A milk bleb, or blocked...
Your body is about 50–80% water depending on your age + body weight, water is involved in many processes in our body including - digestion, absorption, transportation, dissolving nutrients, temperature...
YES! Why? Unsurprisingly there is an increase in energy requirements during breastfeeding due to the energy cost of producing breast milk, an increase in food intake can be the source needed...
