Giving birth at home was the norm until about halfway through the 20th century, when hospital births became more common. Doula Donna Bland looks at what this choice entails. Women have many birth choices available to them today, including homebirth. Although there are...
The prospect of having to spend any time in the NICU is a scary one. Carey Haupt writes about her experience. As a first-time mom, I had never heard about Hellp Syndrome, and I had no idea that it would make such a profound impact on my life. So, if you are like I...
It was late afternoon and my wife and I were at the mall doing some shopping. Milly experienced a sharp, uncomfortable pain in her stomach, but she brushed it off and we continued with our shopping. The pain came around again, so this time we quickly finished off our...
Caring for a newborn can be a little scary, but with these top tips from Durban-based midwife Cheryl Rowe, who runs Cherylโs Gentle Births, youโll be feeling confident in no time. Bath Time Bliss Getting started Cheryl Rowe says, โFor many of my moms, the first few...
While itโs really special to get a professional pregnancy photo shoot, you will also want to get other lovely photos of yourself throughout your pregnancy. Colette Horter is a professional photographer who specialises in maternity, baby, and family photography. We...
Whether your pregnancy has been blissful or you just canโt wait for it to be over, the birthing process is inevitable, as is the pain of labour. Natalie Nelson helps new moms to explore what type of pain to expect during labour and how to manage it. You may have loved...
A premature birth can be described as an emotional rollercoaster ride and, simultaneously, a time of witnessing the miraculous, as a โpreemieโ fights to gain strength and keep growing. Kim Jansen explores premature or preterm births and how these warrior-like little...
There are so many different options when choosing a car seat for your little one that it can be an overwhelming experience for any new parent. How do you know what is the best car seat for you and your baby? Tennille Aron asked Operations Director of the car seat...
According to South African law every child under the age of 3 must be strapped into a car seat when travelling in a car. However, more than this, it is important to ensure that your child is safely secured in their car seat. Correctly strapping your child into a car...
Your baby is the most precious bundle in the world โ ensure his safety by always strapping him into the correct car seat. Car safety expert Julie Monson gives you the lowdown. Why is it important to have your baby strapped in a car seat from birth? Itโs physically...
