Your due date – what you need to know
Midwife Pippa Hime explains how your estimated date of delivery (EDD) is calculated and factors that can affect it.
Spontaneous labour ahead of of an elective C-section
Whether a caesarian section is your preferred choice of delivery, or you require one for medical reasons, your baby may
6 common toddler illnesses and remedies to treat them
Midwife Pippa Hime looks at some common toddler complaints and discusses over-the-counter treatments that can be used to bring relief.
Dream feeding – how does it work?
For the first few months, most babies wake several times during the night for feeds. This disrupted sleep leaves new
How to spot the signs of a growth spurt
If your baby is hungrier or crankier than usual, chances are that he is going through a growth spurt. Here’s
10 things I wish I knew before taking my newborn home
When taking your new baby home you can be met with a range of emotions - excitement, adoration and very
Inducing labour: is membrane stripping effective?
Some babies are just all too happy to stay in the womb and need a little nudge into the big
Tips to avoid painful breastfeeding
Contrary to popular belief, breastfeeding isn’t as simple as placing your baby to the breast. Some moms face various obstacles
Millennial moms are getting parenting right
Registered midwife Pippa Hime looks at how millennial moms are getting to grips with parenting in their unique way.
The facts about having a home birth
Considering having a home birth? Arm yourself with these facts before making a decision. By registered midwife, Pippa Hime.
A head-to-toe look of what to expect from your newborn
Registered midwife Pippa Hime gives us a lowdown on what’s normal and what’s not when it comes to your newborn.
Is vaping safe during pregnancy?
It’s common knowledge that smoking is harmful to both you and your unborn child’s health during pregnancy, but what about
7 things you should know about recovery and healing after birth
Every birth is different, and while there is no set recovery time frame from childbirth, there are some important facts
How to deworm your child – and why you should!
Registered midwife Pippa Hime gives us the lowdown on worms and how to treat and prevent an infestation.
5 common prenatal vitamin concerns all moms-to-be have
Registered midwife Pippa Hime gives advice on how to overcome common problems moms-to-be have when it comes to stomaching their
6 things you need to know about having sex after birth
Having sex after birth may be the last thing on your mind, especially when you’re up all night taking care
Leukorrhea discharge during pregnancy
Registered midwife Pippa Hime opens this taboo pregnancy discussion.
8 things no one tells you about labour
We give you the low down on the “unexpected” when you are expecting. By Registered Midwife Pippa Hime
Top 10 mistakes parents make in their first year
We asked paediatricians, clinic sisters, parenting coaches and experienced moms for their top tips to help you avoid the pitfalls
Baby poo – here’s what’s normal and what’s not
Do you worry when your baby’s stools change colour? Could the milk be causing a problem? Here’s how to tell
10 things no one tells you about C-sections
Registered midwife Pippa Hime uncovers 10 facts no one tells you about C-sections – whether it’s a planned procedure or
5 ways to tell if your baby is getting enough milk
Realising that your baby is hungry is one thing, but how do you know when he has had enough? Registered
5 reasons babies get stuck during labour
Here are a few reasons why a “vaginal bypass” may be necessary if your baby gets stuck during labour. By
10 things you can say goodbye to when you become a mom
Registered midwife and mom Pippa Hime shares the top 10 things she misses most from her child-free days.