• 5 Things You Can Expect If Your Baby Goes to NICU

    March 31, 2025 /

    Welcoming a newborn is usually a happy and exciting time. Sometimes, though, babies need to spend time in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) because of unexpected health problems. This can be hard for parents. Knowing what to expect can assist you feel more confident and hopeful as you go through this period. Here are five things you might expect if your baby is in the NICU. 1. A Team of Healthcare Experts If your baby is admitted to the NICU, a team of healthcare staff will be involved in their care. This usually includes neonatologists, nurses who specialize in neonatal care, respiratory therapists, and sometimes specialists like heart doctors…

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  • Hiring a Midwife or Doula for Home Birth: A Guide

    February 28, 2025 /

    Choosing to give birth at home shows a desire for a more natural and custom experience. Families often want to hire a midwife or doula to ensure comfort, safety, and support from experts. It can make giving birth at home easier and more satisfying if you know what these people do and how to pick the right one. What a Midwife Does Midwives are educated health experts who focus on care during pregnancy, birth, and after giving birth. You might find Certified Professional Midwives (CPMs) or Certified Nurse-Midwives (CNMs) helping at home births. Midwives can watch over the health of both the mother and child, take care of normal births,…

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  • PELVIC FLOOR HEALTH MATTERS FOR EVERY WOMAN

    January 31, 2025 /

    Written by Lucy Hall Pelvic floor health has been secretly discussed for far too long, is ignored, is misinterpreted, and frequently written off as just another aspect of woman’s life. But current research is showing how important pelvic floor awareness is for women’s general health. The results are clear: although many Australian women are aware of the pelvic floor, few actually understand its significance or the best ways to take care of it. Despite the fact that 60% of women experience problems like urinary incontinence, pelvic pain, or discomfort during physical activities, only 19 percent have received thorough education on pelvic floor health. The Knowledge Gap 80% of Australian women…

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  • SUN SAFETY FOR BABIES

    January 31, 2025 /

    Written By Lucy Hall Few things are as joyful as watching your baby experience the world—tiny toes wiggling in the sand, giggles echoing through the park, chubby hands reaching for dappled sunlight. But amidst these precious moments, sun protection should be a top priority. A baby’s skin is incredibly delicate, making it far more susceptible to sunburn than an adult’s. In fact, even a single sunburn in infancy can increase the risk of skin cancer later in life. That’s why it’s essential to develop smart sun-safety habits early on. Understanding the Sun’s Impact The sun emits two types of ultraviolet (UV) rays that can harm your baby’s skin: Both types…

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  • Nurturing Your Relationship Throughout the Chaos of Parenthood!

    January 31, 2025 /

    Written by Lucy Hall One of the most profound experiences is becoming a parent. You will have a deep, even overwhelming affection for your child and this can lead to simply to overlooking another important relationship, your relationship with your partner. In the thick of the restless nights, constant nappy changes, and the endless needs of your baby, it will take a good dose of self-awareness to keep your relationship vibrant and meaningful. It’s a juggling act, but it’s one that’s well worth learning. Many couples find the transition to parenthood jarring. Suddenly, your shared life revolves around feeding schedules, nap times, and the endless pursuit of clean laundry. Spontaneous…

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  • WHAT IS DELAYED CORD CLAMPING?

    August 31, 2024 /

    Written by Lucy Hall The practice of not clamping and cutting the umbilical cord as soon as the baby is born is called delayed cord clamping or DCC. Clamping the cord within the first 15 to 30 seconds of delivery has long been standard procedure, but there is now growing evidence that, in certain situations, postponing this procedure can have numerous health advantages for both the mother and the newborn. How Does Delayed Cord Clamping Work? Throughout pregnancy the placenta plays an important role in feeding the developing baby by supplying oxygen and nutrition via the umbilical cord. Once a baby is born, the placenta continues to function for a…

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