Tag Archives: weight gain

For most women, back pain is an integral part of being pregnant. For some, back pain starts in the first trimester itself. Back pain can actually be an early sign of pregnancy. Women who are overweight or have had back… Continue Reading >

Dr Tanya Unni AMTAN Medical Centre, Pimpama, Gold Coast   Weight gain is a natural part of pregnancy but how much is too much? First of all, let’s put a myth to bed. The notion of ‘eating quantity for two’… Continue Reading >

During pregnancy, the focus is on the birth of your baby, which is very important but after that, you’ll have your baby to care for 24 hours a day and there is a lot to learn -you don’t really know… Continue Reading >

Media kindly brought to you by Pigeon   For new parents, choosing a baby bottle presents a steep learning curve. Locate the baby bottle section of a store, and you might feel overwhelmed by the sheer amount and types of… Continue Reading >

Weight gain: In the few days after birth, it is normal for your baby to lose up to 10% of their birth weight. Healthy babies that are feeding well will usually get back to birth weight by 2 weeks of… Continue Reading >

This is one of the most common questions I hear from parents. “My baby wakes several times during the night for a feed. When can I drop the night feeds?” No two babies are alike they all come in this… Continue Reading >

Peanut butter is a wholesome and delicious snack, yet there are many misconceptions about our favourite spread. Melbourne dietitian and nutritionist Joel Feren aka The Nutrition Guy sheds some light on seven of the top peanut butter myths!   1… Continue Reading >

  Weight gain is a sensitive topic among pregnant (and non-pregnant!) women – however, it’s an important discussion to have, as one of the first steps to prioritising the health of your baby is prioritising your own. A recent study… Continue Reading >

First of all, congratulations! Whether you’re feeling excited or shocked (or maybe somewhere in between!), I’m here to offer support and healthy living advice to keep you and your baby happy during the months to come. Whether you’re a first-time… Continue Reading >