Yes, you’ve probably heard of them but are not too sure what they are - don’t worry, you’re not alone! Braxton Hicks contractions are your body’s way of preparing for labour and are usually experienced towards the end of your pregnancy. While you gear up for the...
Your pelvic floor muscles go through a lot during pregnancy. They surround and support all the organs in your pelvic area, including your womb, bladder and bowels. During pregnancy, your pelvic floor muscles naturally loosen thanks to all of the hormonal changes in your body. As...
Exercising during your pregnancy is healthy, safe and not dangerous for you or your baby. In fact, the more fit and active you are during your pregnancy, the more manageable your body will find adapting to weight gain and changing shape. Staying active throughout pregnancy will...
Being pregnant, whether for the first time or if you’ve had several children, is a major life event that shouldn’t be underestimated. It is completely natural throughout your pregnancy and following giving birth to feel a host of different emotions all at once, and feel that...
Being pregnant, like anything else, is unique to the individual. Every pregnancy is different and every woman could experience early pregnancy symptoms differently. Symptoms could even differ for the same woman but different pregnancies. There are some common first signs that could indicate that you’re pregnant....
British Summer Time has officially begun, and it is fair to say that over the last few days the summer season hasn’t failed to deliver scorching temperatures and a taste of what this summer has in store. While we adults revel in the summer heat, your...
From the moment your baby is born, they are constantly learning, growing, and exploring the world around them. And, although every baby experiences the same milestones, it’s important to remember that all babies are different and will develop at their own pace. Whether you’re a parent-to-be...
Breastfeeding your newborn is a natural and wonderfully rewarding experience for both mother and baby, but it isn’t always as straightforward as it may seem. While breastfeeding can be an intensely loving, bonding experience, it can equally be a stressful and tearful time if things don’t...
Tylenol, otherwise known as paracetamol or acetaminophen, is a common over-the-counter pain medication that is generally safe to take during pregnancy...
Tylenol, otherwise known as paracetamol or acetaminophen, is a common over-the-counter pain medication that is generally safe to take during pregnancy...
Tylenol, otherwise known as paracetamol or acetaminophen, is a common over-the-counter pain medication that is generally safe to take during pregnancy...
Tylenol, otherwise known as paracetamol or acetaminophen, is a common over-the-counter pain medication that is generally safe to take during pregnancy...
Tylenol, otherwise known as paracetamol or acetaminophen, is a common over-the-counter pain medication that is generally safe to take during pregnancy...
Tylenol, otherwise known as paracetamol or acetaminophen, is a common over-the-counter pain medication that is generally safe to take during pregnancy...
Tylenol, otherwise known as paracetamol or acetaminophen, is a common over-the-counter pain medication that is generally safe to take during pregnancy...
A goodnight’s sleep is key to feeling and looking good during pregnancy. While you sleep your body delivers fluid to organs and tissues that need replenishing...
Flying can cause discomfort at the best of times. While pregnant, it can exacerbate the discomfort you're already experiencing...
It is common for women to report that alcohol has been consumed in the very early days of pregnancy before the woman even realises she is pregnant...
You might be wondering, “What is there to learn? Breastfeeding is natural; just give baby your breast and they nurse, right?”...
2021 has been a roller coaster of a year for The Baby Academy in which we helped over 500,000 families as they began their journey into parenthood and we can't wait to see that number grow....
Laura brings to The Baby Academy almost a decade experience as a Midwife and has experience working in all aspects of Midwifery. Laura has worked on the labour ward, postnatal ward, birth centre and in the community with young parents and vulnerable women. Laura has...
Bleeding in early pregnancy, while common, should always be checked out by your healthcare provider. 1 in 4 women experience bleeding in the first trimester...
Hydration is an essential component of your health during pregnancy. Your body is adapting to pregnancy, where among the huge range of changes occurring...
Umbilical cord care is a simple part of baby care that parents often over-complicate! Here are the simple dos and do nots that should make you an expert in this subject...
Vitamin K is a vitamin which is essential for natural blood clotting. The vitamin activates molecules in our bodies that are necessary for clotting. We do not make vitamin k naturally ourselves...
Mums are in the spotlight after pregnancy, and rightly so. But their partners need love and support too...
Lauren started her midwifery journey in 2008 and has worked in all areas of midwifery. She is a registered midwife, International Board Certified...
The placenta is an amazingly complex organ that is more known about and understood in the mainstream world...
At times, it can be difficult for partners to know exactly how they can be most helpful as you go into labour and delivery...
Screens are ubiquitous in our modern world. Indeed, a new report found that US adults average almost 8 hours on digital devices per day...
Pregnancy is a tiring time! On top of everything else you do in your daily life, you’re putting even more energy into growing a human inside of you. ...
Packing correctly for your baby benefits both you and your baby. In this blog, I will discuss the travel essentials you need when traveling on a plane with a newborn up to 12 months of age....
Flathead syndrome is also known as plagiocephaly. Baby’s heads are extremely soft so anything that applies pressure to the skull has the ability to mold....