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I don’t want to put on too much weight, how much do I eat?

A very pertinent question that has many women confused.

In this day and age we are beginning to embrace the concept that pregnant women come in all shapes and sizes... and that’s actually ok.

What do we mean when we talk about weight in pregnancy?

I want to breastfeed my baby!
Is there anything I need to do beforehand?

Much of the time I’ve found that breasts are often not a priority during pregnancy. Most women and practitioners are concerned about what’s happening mainly below the belt...

However, having your breasts and nipples checked, understanding how breastfeeding works and knowing who to reach out to are important factors towards successful breastfeeding...

and when you’re pregnant there are many changes your breasts and nipples go through.

Now I’m pregnant - what foods do I avoid and what can I eat?

Does that sound familiar?

Let’s start with foods that may have caused digestive issues before pregnancy...

If there are foods that you know you are highly allergic to, always seek medical advice, especially now you are pregnant.

What natural contraception choices do I have after birthing?

Perhaps you conceived easily, your pregnancy was planned and everything went smoothly...

Or

Perhaps you were taken by complete surprise..

Or

It’s taken much time and many avenues for you to become pregnant...

How will I know when my baby is hungry and getting enough breastmilk?

It’s a common question, especially with first time Mums and their partners. In this current age of high-tech, it is difficult for many to get their head around not being able to see how much baby is ingesting.

Nature provides the best food for your baby. It is a live food, full of nutrients including carbohydrate, protein and fat as well as other essential ingredients.

After your baby is born, their gut is still developing inside for up to 6 months. Breast milk provides the very best nutrients to both protect and continue enhancing the development of their gut lining. Seeing it as the continuum of the umbilical cord fluid, that fed your baby whilst in utero, often helps to gain perspective.

So how do you know when your baby is hungry... there are a few cues (signs) that can be life savers.