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Grandparents love looking after their grandchildren and can be a great help to you as long as they can retain their freedom!  Make the most of this special relationship. 

Whether your baby is pedaling joyfully with their hands and feet, beaming from ear to ear, or crying as hard as they can in bed, they are obviously trying to tell you something. But what? 

You are not alone.  Almost two thirds of mothers feel down after childbirth. 

Because babies don't come home with instruction manuals, here are some tips to help you through those first few weeks

The question on every new mom's mind is "when will my baby sleep through the night?"  There are some tips to help! 

Your body is working hard to create that little life.  Find out how to relieve common pregnancy symptoms such as nausea, cramps, constipation and abdominal pain.

Exercise is an essential part of a healthy lifestyle and is therefore also part of a healthy pregnancy.  Find out which exercises are safest and best for pregnant women. 

One of the best things you can do for your growing baby is to relax and be kind to yourself!  Here are some ways you can look after yourself while pregnant.

Are there any risks to being pregnant with twins?  What can you expect?  We answer all your burning questions and give you tips on how to manage.

You mean there is more than one way to give birth?  Sometimes women don't have a choice, but often they do.  Find out what your options are.

The birth is not only a trial for us, but also for the future father!  It is a veritable marathon for those who are present in the labour ward to attend the births of their babies.

Hypertension during pregnancy or pregnancy related hypertension must be carefully monitored.  With a strict diet and regular medical checkups, you should be able to avoid complications.

As you complete your final days at work, stay on top of your career while preparing for your baby's arrival with these practical do's and don'ts.

With just a few weeks to go until your baby's grand entrance, you may be starting to think beyond the birth.

Why are folic acid and iron essential vitamins to take prior to conception? In which foods will I find them? Should I eat them before I get pregnant?

Did you know that during the course of your nine months of pregnancy, you should be eating an average of 90,000 additional calories to help your body grow a baby?

Pregnancy hormones can impact your appetite and sense of taste.  Find out how you can manage your appetite and eat well during pregnancy.

Iron, calcium, protein and carbohydrates, fibre and fats are all "must-haves" for baby making.  Find out why.

What can I do to look after my bone structure? What does my baby need to build his bones?

Craving for sashimi, half boiled eggs or fresh oysters?  Learn about what precautions to take for a healthier, safer pregnancy.

To avoid any deficiencies, you need to eat a varied and balanced diet before even falling pregnant. Opt for food types rich in folic acid.

As their name indicates, essential fatty acids (good fats) are just that: essential, especially during pregnancy, both for the baby and for the mother-to-be.

I'm happy to be pregnant but I'm feeling a bit apprehensive. Will I be able to give my baby what he/she needs? Will my child be healthy?

If you are feeling particularly sensitive right now, don't be concerned.

I got the results of my pregnancy test and I’m pregnant! I’m going to be a mom! How can I find out about the different stages of pregnancy week by week?

If you were of a healthy weight pre-pregnancy, you should gain around 11-15kg over the course of your pregnancy.  At this stage you should be gaining just under half a kilo per week.