
Breastmilk composition
Breastmilk has all the nutrients and bioactive factors needed for optimal infant health and development. The composition of breastmilk varies...
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Breastfeeding Positions
Breastfeeding & finding a position that suits you... The first hold & the first latch can often be a very...
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Breastfeeding with a cleft lip/palate
Babies who are born with a cleft lip or cleft of the palate may be able to breastfeed. There can...
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To pump, or not to pump?
One of the most common questions asked by new mothers is “should I be using a breast pump? If so,...
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Localised breast inflammation – a new look at ‘blocked ducts’
Localised breast inflammation – a new look at ‘blocked ducts’ In healthy, lactating breasts - milk flows easily through the...
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Vacuum Delivery
Birth looks different for every woman and baby. No two experiences are alike, and for some, delivering a baby safely...
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Delayed cord clamping
During pregnancy, the umbilical cord connects your baby to the placenta and supports their growth and wellbeing. Blood transfers through...
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Hypoglycaemia (Low blood sugars at birth)
‘Hypoglycaemia’ (low blood sugar levels) can be a serious complication after birth. Often presenting within the first 2-3 hours after...
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Waterbirth
The use of warm water as a natural form of pain relief in low-risk labour is a widely accepted practise,...
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