15 easy ways to prepare for a natural birth
If you’re preparing for a natural birth, there’s no way to know the exact day and time your little one
Five signs of approaching labour
These signs will let you know that labour is approaching…
The risks and benefits of a C-section to your baby
C-sections can be lifesaving for mothers and babies but what are the potential effects? By Kate Sidley
9 ways to help your body heal naturally after childbirth
Healing after childbirth is a delicate and personal process. Here are 9 ways you can help your body recover naturally.
7 childbirth details you shouldn’t share
Spare your friends and family from certain details about childbirth – some things that happen in the delivery room should
8 stem cell storage myths busted
Still an emerging science, but with immense possibilities, stem-cell research is shrouded in many myths and misconceptions.
Your period after baby – what you need to know
Can you fall pregnant again before your period returns? What will your period be like after pregnancy? We answer your
Yes, you can have an orgasmic birth!
Believe it or not, but orgasms during birth are real, according to several studies. Here’s what you need to know.
7 weird things that happen in the delivery room
Knowing what to expect during labour makes for a less stressful delivery, so we’re spilling the beans on some common
What to expect when arriving at the hospital
Knowing what to expect before you arrive at hospital can prepare you for a positive birthing experience. By Licia Selepe
Do you have childbearing hips?
Here's what you should know about birth and your body shape. By Kim Bell
What is an induction and when is it necessary?
There are many reasons why a birth may have to be induced. Here’s what to expect. By Julia Boltt
What is birth trauma?
Experiencing a difficult delivery can leave you feeling overwhelmed and alone. Here’s what you need to know if you’re feeling
4 weeks to a tighter tummy
Tummies don’t just snap back into shape after childbirth, unfortunately; but just 10 minutes a day doing these easy, gentle
Labour contractions | What they do and how they feel
Midwife Anne Richley sheds some light on what labour contractions do and how they feel.
5 ways to prevent tearing during childbirth
While there is no way to guarantee that you won’t experience some degree of tearing during birth, there are a
11 dos and don’ts for your hospital bag
To keep things simple and make sure you’re ready for your baby’s arrival, we suggest what you should pack in
Post-pregnancy body changes you can expect
Your body went through tremendous changes during pregnancy. Here's what you can expect after you've given birth. By Xanet Van
Are you emotionally ready for childbirth?
Whatever birth option you’ve chosen, here’s how to prepare yourself for cihildbirth. By Tanya Kovarsky
Your essential premature birth guide
Going into early labour can be terrifying, but what does it mean for your baby and what can you expect?
4 things to expect after birth
Here’s what you can expect during and after your baby’s birth. By Lisa Witepski
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
Group B Streptococcus | Why you should get tested for this during pregnancy
This common bacteria that many moms carry can place their newborn in danger. Here’s what you need to know. By
11 reasons why your gynae might insist that you have a C-section
South Africa still has one of the highest C-Section rates globally, but these are a few incidences where your gynaecologist