Tag Archives: pregnancy

One of the dead giveaways when someone is pregnant is that they stop drinking alcohol.  However, another is that there is this sudden “look” about them – nauseous, pale and making rapid trips to the toilet.  In the absence of… Continue Reading >

By Doula and IBCLC, Birth Aims   Pregnancy can be a whirlwind of emotional and physical change for women. The changes a woman experiences will be different dependent on her body, the pregnancy, her hormone levels, placenta placement, pre-existing conditions…the… Continue Reading >

Stress alone does not cause infertility, however, there is a link between stress and lowered chances of pregnancy. It appears your body knows that stressful times are not a good time to have a baby. Recent studies have confirmed links… Continue Reading >

By Dr. Sami Karam (Osteopath)   As all pregnant women would testify, a fetus growing into a tiny baby puts pressure on your bladder. This causes you to do more laps to the bathroom than an Olympic relay. As the… Continue Reading >

By Danny Williams – The Osteopath   “Being pregnant is an occupational hazard of being a wife.” Queen Victoria As a dad and husband, I was really looking forward to having children. I thought it would be a lot of fun…. Continue Reading >

According to Physiotherapist and Pilates Instructor, Chloe de Winter from Go Chlo Pilates   I’m sure you’ve heard the words “pelvic floor” mentioned here and there. Perhaps, you’ve been told to “do your kegels at the traffic lights” at some… Continue Reading >

Wondering what you can do if you’re experiencing reflux during your pregnancy? Well, you’ve made it to the right spot! Many women find that they experience reflux at some stage during their pregnancy and it is a lot more common… Continue Reading >

By Ashleigh Mason Keep it Cleaner’s Physiotherapist & Women’s Health Educator  Is exercising during pregnancy safe?  Exercising has amazing benefits for you and your baby! The most current research from the Royal Australian New Zealand College of Obstetrics and Gynaecology… Continue Reading >

Becoming a mother is an important rite of passage in the life of a woman. Preparing for motherhood and your postpartum experience can make a huge difference to your stress levels, mood and relationships during the first days, weeks and… Continue Reading >

By Associate Professor Dr Sandy Hopper   You devoured all the pregnancy books, worked out a birth plan, installed a baby capsule in the car and finally got the nursery set up – you are ready for your firstborn! But… Continue Reading >