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July 2, 2024

Growth spurts

Most babies go through several growth spurts (also called frequency days or wonder weeks) during the first 12 months. It’s important to be aware of ...

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August 30, 2024

Breastfeeding and Returning to Work

Returning to work after maternity leave doesn’t mean you have to stop breastfeeding.  The following websites have more information but if you need to discuss ...

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September 10, 2024

Common Breastfeeding Challenges

Breastfeeding can be challenging, particularly as you and your baby learn this new skill in the early weeks.  You can access support from your midwifery ...

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August 27, 2024

How to measure for a nursing / maternity bra

A proper fitting bra helps support good breast health and reduces the risk of back and shoulder pain How to tell if a bra fits ...

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August 23, 2024

Vitamins for your new baby

If you're breastfeeding, you should consider taking a 10mcg daily vitamin D supplement. If your baby is only having breast milk (no first infant formula top-ups), you ...

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August 23, 2024

Breastfeeding grief

Breastfeeding grief is the sadness and emotional pain some mothers feel when they can't breastfeed as they had hoped. This can happen for many reasons, ...

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August 23, 2024

Breastfeeding and Sleep

Your baby will wake frequently to feed in the early days and weeks and while this is tiring for parents it is entirely normal. Talk ...

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September 4, 2024

Breastfeeding Twins and Triplets

Having more than one baby can be challenging, but breastfeeding twins, triplets, or even more is definitely possible! Breastfeeding is a wonderful way to bond ...

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August 23, 2024

Breastfeeding and medication

Taking medication while breastfeeding can be confusing and concerning. Sometimes, the information on the leaflet inside the packet isn't clear about the safety of the ...

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September 4, 2024

What is the fourth trimester?

Everyone knows that pregnancies last three trimesters – so what exactly is the Fourth Trimester? The National Childbirth Trust explains what this crucial stage is, and what ...

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