Probiotics, Why Are They So Important? Experiences From A New Mom Cristina Torralbas is a first time mother and shares about her journey into motherhood. The first time her baby was sick, she was very disheartened. In her journey, she discovered the importance of a healthy microbiome and [...]
An Overview of Down Syndrome There is little knowledge and a lot of fear about Down syndrome testing, screening, and having a baby diagnosed with the syndrome. Genetic Counselor, Merlyn Glass, explains all you need to know about Down syndrome and babies born with this syndrome. Women of advanced maternal [...]
Introducing Solids In The Early Days Welcome and thank you for listening! Our special guest today is, Amy van der Merwe, a mom to an almost 4 year old little girl and pregnant with their second child, passionate about giving them the healthiest start to life. She is [...]
Easy Eating For Two If you’re confused about your nutritional needs in pregnancy, you may be paying too much heed to the mixed messages in the media, from health professionals and given to you by friends and family! Eating healthily is supposed to be easy, because when it [...]
The Pains Of Pregnancy Although individuals will each experience pregnancy differently, most women will confront some level of discomfort during pregnancy. There are many factors that influence pregnancy discomfort, such as hormonal changes, Baby’s position, and the change to your centre of gravity as you gain weight. Sister [...]
How To Create A Safe Nursery Your Baby Will Love Setting up your baby’s nursery is one of the more fun things to do while pregnant. Baby may not even spend that much time in the nursery in the early months, but it’s still worthwhile designing a space [...]
Tissue Salt Therapy In A Nutshell Tissue salts are derived from important mineral compounds that our bodies need. There are 12 tissue salt remedies in total, which help to maximise the absorption of minerals from food, and also have a direct effect on the body. The best part [...]
Baby's First Foods Introducing Baby to solids is often one of a mother’s top concerns, and yet, there really is no need to fuss! Follow this simple guide to help you out. Most babies don't need solids before six months. Remember, milk is food. If you offer your [...]
Baby Basics Armed with practical information and your own intuition, you’ll be well on your way to feeling more confident about parenting. As a new parent, it is useful to know a few basics about babies and their needs, and also to remember that your baby is a unique [...]
Choosing Childcare Some parents prefer to leave their little ones at home with an experienced nanny, while others like the idea of a daycare. The best choice will be what feels right for your family. Here are some tips for making the transition easier when you go back to [...]
