Birth options and what they cost in South Africa
Congratulations you’re pregnant! The next step is to plan your prenatal care and birth plan. Midwife Pippa Hime looks at
What is neonatal sepsis?
Neonatal sepsis is a common and deadly disease that usually occurs in the first four weeks of life. Here’s what
The benefits of cranial osteopathy for babies
Midwife Pippa Hime explains what this treatment entails and how it can help your baby adjust from womb to world.
Placental calcification explained
The placenta provides your growing foetus with all the nourishment and nutrients it needs to thrive. However, this organ can
What exactly is an irritable uterus?
You may experience more than just a few usual Braxton Hicks contractions and be told that you have an irritable
15 things you didn’t know about breastfeeding
Registered midwife Pippa Hime believes “breast is best”. Here’s why…
Why newborn babies sleep so much
Eat, sleep, repeat. It seems newborn babies don’t do much more than that. Midwife Pippa Hime looks at why babies
How to clean and care for your baby’s ears
Before reaching for an earbud, midwife Pippa Hime discusses the dos and don’ts of cleaning baby’s ears.
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