Keeping healthy - for you and your baby
Pregnancy is a journey filled with excitement, challenges, and plenty of changes—but staying healthy doesn’t have to be complicated. From nourishing your body with the right foods to embracing gentle exercise and prioritizing rest, there are simple steps you can take to support your well-being and your baby’s development. Let’s explore practical tips to keep you feeling strong, energized, and ready for the adventure ahead!
Staying Active During Pregnancy: The Benefits of Exercise for You and Baby
Exercise during pregnancy offers numerous benefits for both the mother and baby. Staying active can help reduce common pregnancy discomforts, improve energy levels, support healthy weight gain, and prepare the body for labour. Whether through walking, swimming, or prenatal yoga, regular exercise boosts circulation, strengthens muscles, and improves overall well-being. Always consult with a healthcare provider before starting a new routine to ensure safety for both you and your growing baby. Read on….
Is it normal for my c-section scar to itch?
There are several layers to heal after having a c-section. The obstetrician will cut through skin tissue, move aside muscles, and then make an incision through three layers of the uterus: the inner lining (endometrium); the middle muscular layer (myometrium); and the outer layer (perimetrium).
The skin or external incision will usually heal within the first two weeks of birth. The incision that was made into the uterus takes between 6 to 12 weeks to heal completely. It’s important to follow the instructions of your LMC to ensure your incision heals properly and minimise the chance of any complications. Find out if the itching is normal….
Postnatal Depression - A Partners Perspective.
Welcoming your new baby is a time of joy, as well as a radical life adjustment for you both. Your partner is recovering from pregnancy and birth, you are both learning to meet the needs of your newborn, and throw in the lack of sleep, times can be trying to say the least! When postnatal depression is added into the mix, it can tip any sense of balance, and make the postnatal adjustment feel completely overwhelming. Keep reading….
Leg Cramps during Pregnancy - Ouch!
Along with swelling and varicose veins, leg cramps are an annoying part of pregnancy. These painful spasms that radiate through your calves and up your legs are very common. Although they can be felt during the day, they're usually more noticeable at night, when fatigue and fluid accumulation are at their peak (and when you have all that quiet and stillness to ponder them). Knowing what to do when you get a cramp and how to possibly prevent leg cramps from happening can make your pregnancy a bit more comfortable.
The Soothing Benefits of Baby and Infant Foot Massage.
Your gentle touch and stroke has the power to instantly alleviate your baby’s crying, crankiness, gas, tummy pains and general discomfort. Often when babies experience discomfort, they will cry as this is the only way they know how to express themselves.
