Breast engorgement means your breasts are painfully overfull of milk. This can occur if they are not being drained well during feeding or pumping. It can also occur if the breasts have been over stimulated to produce excess milk. Engorged breasts can often be treated at home with some simple remedies to recalibrate milk production. See below for more details. EXAMINE…
Firstly, a good way to find your pelvic floor muscles is to sit on the toilet with your legs slightly apart. Start to pass urine and then stop midstream and hold for a couple of seconds. The muscles you use to contract midstream are part of your pelvic floor. DO NOT do this regularly, as it is only to teach…
Relaxing music – e.g Phone / iPod with a compilation of songs you have listened to in pregnancy. It should be music that calms and relaxes your mood. Research has found that if you have listened to songs in pregnancy, the baby will respond calmly with familiar sounds. Large t-shirt – or nighty that’s soft and comfortable. Most hospital’s will…
It is commonly described as “morning sickness” although it can occur at any time of day. Nausea is very common in the first trimester although for some woman it can continue well into the second and third trimester. The main reason for nausea is due to the pregnancy hormone (hCG) in high levels, until the placenta takes over at 12-14…
Have you heard of milk blisters? A milk blister, or blocked pore within the nipple, is simply “milk trapped under the skin.” It can occur when a tiny bit of skin overgrows a milk duct opening and milk backs up behind it. They are often very painful, persistent and can reoccur easily. They show up as a white or clear…
During pregnancy and parenting, stress and tiredness plays havoc with your immune system. Getting plenty of rest, healthy balanced diet, fresh air and gentle exercise are important. There are also some super foods to boost your immunity. 5 FOODS that can really help LEMON – Is rich in vitamin C, calcium and potassium. It is also rich in infection fighting…