Bird in a cage
“A free bird leaps on the back of the wind and floats downstream till the current ends and dips his wing in the orange sun rays and dares to claim the sky.” “But a caged bird stands on the... Continue reading →
anxiety
House of Lords – Perinatal Mental Health debate
On the 7th of May I was privileged to attend a perinatal mental health debate in the house of lords arranged by an inspiring mum, writer and artist called Sanchita Islam, who suffered postpartum psychosis and now campaigns... Continue reading →
Why are so many parents struggling?
I spend a lot of time around parents, whether they be first time parents or seasoned parents of three or four little ones. I run a support group, I see them on home visits, on postnatal wards and clinics. There’s... Continue reading →
Jaundice in Newborns – Protecting Breastfeeding.
Jaundice* is a common and usually harmless condition in newborn babies, that causes yellowing of the skin and the whites of the eyes. The symptoms of newborn jaundice usually develop two to three days after birth and tend to get better without... Continue reading →
Parenting – are you expecting too much of yourself?
“Surround yourself with love and protect your heart with peace” When it comes to mental wellbeing having a baby is an especially challenging time, not only is pregnancy a time of change for your body, but hormones are running... Continue reading →
Why the care we give in NICU matters – UNICEF Baby Friendly Initiative
Any family that has spent time in a NICU unit, myself included, will know how much the care they receive matters. Not only does it matter for baby but it matters for mom and the family. The journey of NICU... Continue reading →
Parenting and Perinatal Anxiety
It’s normal for new parents to worry. After all you are suddenly responsible for a tiny life that requires your constant care and attention. You have no instruction manual and lets face it there’s plenty to worry about what with... Continue reading →
Mental Health awareness – Together we are Stronger
I sat there quietly trying to control my breathing, my hands were shaking and my knees were knocking under the table. Everyone was laughing and talking and I was worrying again that I may have to leave if I couldn’t... Continue reading →
Supporting Breastfeeding for a Baby in NICU – Part 2 Transitioning to the Breast
When your baby is in NICU trying to building a breastfeeding relationship can be challenging. In my last blog we looked at ways to support families in NICU to get breastfeeding of to a good start. After supporting a mother... Continue reading →
Supporting Breastfeeding for a Baby in NICU- Part 1
“My feet may be very small and the way maybe be hard but I do not walk alone” If your baby is in NICU then breastfeeding can be especially challenging. Depending on how many weeks your baby is when... Continue reading →