First 24 hours
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Breast or bottle feeding – Enhance your feeds
Hey there, amazing moms! Sr Ann Richardson dives into a crucial part of your motherhood journey: deciding how to feed your little one. Whether you’re thinking about breastfeeding or opting for bottle feeding with infant formula, the best choice is the one that works well for both you and your baby. Here’s a detailed look […]
Your newborn’s sleep
Nothing can prepare us for the exhaustion that sets in soon after our baby’s birth. The first week, we tolerate and cope with the lack of sleep, but ten nights of broken sleep down the line, most parents are feeling exhausted and the focus becomes on the big question: “When will my baby sleep through […]
Your baby’s secret language – warning signals and overstimulation
Wouldn’t it be great if your baby came with a manual? One of the hardest tasks of the early days is to understand your new baby’s language. While each baby is unique most babies share a common unspoken language in the early days. Reflective function or the ability to read and understand your baby and […]
Why is my baby crying?
Crying is a primitive and piercing sound that is bound to get any mom or dad’s attention. When our baby cries, we naturally react to stop the crying. However it is important to understand why our baby is crying as well as responding to stop the crying. When searching for the reason, eliminate basic needs […]
When will my baby sleep through?
The golden question: “When should my baby sleep through?” is one that needs answering as it determines what is reasonable to expect from your baby. Sleeping through is not just a luxury, it’s a developmental necessity. Both for you and your baby, a good night’s sleep is important. Firstly, it needs to be pointed out […]
When reflux affects your baby’s sleep
If your baby has gastro-oesophageal reflux (GOR), it may be a contributing factor to her lack of sleep. GOR is usually caused by an underdeveloped valve between your baby’s stomach and her oesophagus (the food pipe to her stomach). This valve will strengthen with age, but meanwhile the acidic content of her stomach (milk) is […]
What the first 24 hours hold with your newborn
Your baby’s state – The last few weeks in utero are spent in a very tight space with contained pressure from the womb walls. In addition your baby moves down a very narrow canal during birth. All this deep pressure touch is very regulating for your baby. During the birth process, your baby’s wonderful brain releases […]
What it means to be a dad
Christmas Day and birthdays used to be the ones I longed for and loved during the past 30 years. Not any more, I assure you. While they are special, the one day I cannot wait to arrive in 2010 is Father’s Day. My first as a dad. The reason? I love every second of being […]
Wearing your baby in a sling increases his intelligence
Almost any mom will admit that she wants her baby to be one of the clever ones – a smart little chap. We know life is easier for bright and clever people. For this reason as parents we invest time and energy in ensuring that our baby develops optimally and is well stimulated. Research is […]