One of the biggest buzzwords of 2020 has been “vaccine.” With the hunt for a successful and effective vaccine that can bring the herd immunity needed to combat the novel coronavirus or COVID-19, more people are becoming aware of the importance of vaccinations and keep up to date with …
A Mom’s Guide to “Premies”
Premies or preemies are the term used for babies that are born before 37 weeks of gestation. There are a number of reasons why babies may be born prematurely. Hypertension, heart or kidney problems, diabetes, an infection in the vaginal or urinary tracts, or stress are just a few of a host of …
10 Self-Care Tips for Moms with Newborns
Having a newborn is overwhelming, whether it be your first, second, or third time around, each time bringing on new and different challenges. For the first time, everything is new and unknown--no matter how much you’ve read! For the second time onwards, you have other children to …
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Premature Labour 101
One in ten babies have a chance of being born premature. Most, approximately 90% of expecting mothers, will carry their babies to term. “To term” means 37 weeks of pregnancy onwards. Around 10% of women may go into labour before 37 weeks. This is called premature labour or preterm labour, and it …
The Importance of Written & Verbal Communication
One of the most exciting developmental milestones for both children and parents is when they begin verbal communication. Speaking is exciting for the child because they begin to see and understand how they can get their wants properly understood by their parents and other caregivers. They learn the …
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The Role of Your Nutrition Pre-Pregnancy
Usually women begin caring about their health and nutrition--the food and nutrients taken in by the body---once they discover that they are pregnant. Ideally, however, for women trying to conceive, looking into health and nutrition even before pregnancy is an important first step often overlooked. …
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Talking Tots & Speech Development
Cooing and babling are the first stages of speech and language development. Many moms can relate to being worried about their young children hitting the right milestones, and speech is right up there as one of the major milestones moms and dads look out for as their babies turn to toddlers and …
How Involved Should Your Parents Be With Your Newborn?
It’s official! You’ve made the announcement and now your families know you are expecting a bundle of joy! You’re excited to have a new baby, and your parents are excited too. As you begin to plan and prepare for your baby, your parents are very likely to begin giving tips and …
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