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The Golden Hour: How the First Moments After Birth Impact Your Postpartum Journey
In this blog post, we will explore five amazing things that happen during the Golden Hour and discuss how these moments set the stage for a healthier, happier postpartum journey.
Navigating Nipple Thrush: A Guide for New Mums
In this blog post, we will delve into the world of nipple thrush, discuss its causes, symptoms, treatment options, and offer tips on prevention. We aim to provide you with the knowledge and support you need to continue your breastfeeding journey comfortably and confidently.
BONDING BATH - PROCESSING AND HEALING FROM A DIFFICULT BIRTH
Bonding Bath in the immediate postpartum period can help process a difficult or traumatic birth experience and promote bonding between the new mum and her newborn.
POSTPARTUM HAIR LOSS - FOODS TO HELP HEALTHY HAIR GROWTH
“Postpartum hair loss while a ‘normal’ part of having a baby (90% of all women suffer) can be stressful for many women. While you can't prevent hair loss you can help to promote hair growth.”
THE NUTRIENTS YOU NEED WHEN POSTPARTUM OR BREASTFEEDING
“Did you know you need to replenish nutrients postpartum, not only when breastfeeding? Many of us are too busy being a new mum or stay on our pre-natal vitamins without realising our needs change.”
Doula Breastfeeding Support - How postpartum care supports breastfeeding.
Postpartum care supports breastfeeding. Read how.
Matrescence - Origin and Meaning
Matrescence - a word first used by the anthropologist Dana Raphael in the 1970s to name the period of transition that a woman undergoes when she becomes a mother.
HOW DOES A POSTPARTUM SESSION LOOK LIKE?
Postpartum care isn’t very common in most western cultures, so I understand that you might don’t know what to expect at a postpartum session with a doula. Let me give you an example.
What to expect after birth- physical changes
A few things to know about physical changes in the first few weeks after giving birth.
7 Benefits of having a Postpartum Doula
The first few weeks with a newborn can be quite challenging and overwhelming. Many studies have validated the positive impact of postpartum support.
The Doula and Postpartum Care
What exactly is a postpartum doula? Her care is often described as 'mothering the mother'
Benefits of Immediate Skin-To-Skin Care
It seems quite natural that the baby is immediately given to the mother after it is born and stays with her for a while. Unfortunately, this isn’t always the case and it is on the mother and her birthing partner to know the benefits and stand up for it.