Postpartum parties, the new mommy trend
What’s even better than getting spoiled with a bunch of baby goodies? Being able to enjoy them at your postpartum
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
Dealing with vaginal thrush and nipple thrush
Candida rarely causes harm, but can be extremely uncomfortable and interfere with breastfeeding and sexual activity. Midwife Christine Klynhans looks
Your guide to a stress-free labour and delivery
It’s time to relax into labour and give yourself and your baby the birth you envision.
Newborn screening for genetic metabolic illness
One easy thing you can do to protect your child against disability. By Salomé Delport
4 steps to childhood leukaemia prevention
Would the risk of childhood leukaemia make you reconsider your birth choice? By Salomé Delport
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
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
Vaginal birth benefits for your baby
Did you know your choice of birth can provide life-long benefits for your baby?
World’s first designer babies born in China
Designer babies aren’t as far-fetched as once believed, with the first pair of gene-altered twins born last year. However, this
7 weird things to expect 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
3 reasons why women forget the pain of childbirth
The reality is that labour does hurt, but here’s why the pain of childbirth can become a distant memory for
The facts about vaginal birth after a C-section
It is possible to have a vaginal birth even though you had a C-section with your first baby. Here's what
Your post-birth recovery plan
Independent midwife Sr Burgie Ireland has this advice to offer moms-to-be.
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.
Birth and your vagina | What really happens
Nagging concerns about the health of your nether regions can cause anxiety. We answer your awkward questions. By Francoise Gallet
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
Will I need a C-Section? We arm you with the facts
We give you the facts to help you decide what's best for you and your baby.
Fail-safe ways to have the best natural birth experience
Considering a natural birth? Here are expert ways to set you up for success
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
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
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
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
Your guide to birth control after baby
If you’ve just had a baby, you may be rethinking your contraception. Use this guide to find out what your