Category: Pregnancy and Baby

Jun 06
The Power of Connection: Exploring the Benefits of Baby Classes for Infants and Parents

In the journey of parenthood, the early years of a child’s life are incredibly significant. It is during this period that the foundation for cognitive, emotional, and social development is laid. One of the pathways through which parents can nurture this foundational growth is through baby classes. These classes offer a world of benefits not […]

May 14
Mastering The Timing: Why Nap Schedules are Crucial For Your Baby’s Sleep Health

As a professional child sleep consultant drawing inspiration from the esteemed Dr. MarcWeissbluth’s insights, I want to share the critical importance of timing when it comes toyour baby’s and toddlers’ naps. Many families seek my help, desperate due to theirchild’s disrupted sleep patterns, often awake for long stretches at night. The root cause?An irregular nap […]

May 02
The Role of Self-Care and Reflexology in Maternal Mental Health

As we embark on Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week, it’s crucial to shine a spotlighton the often-overlooked aspect of motherhood; the well-being of mothers themselves.Motherhood is a journey of profound joy and fulfilment, but it also comes with its own set ofchallenges, worries anxieties and juggling everything that we often over look our own needsand […]

May 01
The Benefits of a Postnatal Doula: With Sinéad Murphy, Founder of Cara Doula Support

How can a doula support you after the birth of your baby? What is a postnatal doula? A postnatal or postpartum doula can be defined as a non-medical professional who provides support to new parents and their families. Their focus includes post-birth recovery, changing family dynamics and newborn care. They provide informational, practical, emotional and […]

May 01
Postnatal Nourishment with Celine, Founder of Celine Nelli Nutrition

Pregnancy, Postpartum and Breastfeeding are the most nutritionally expensive times of a woman’s life. You don’t have to feel drained and it is so important to replenish, rebuild and recover. And guess what? There is a lot you can do from a nutrition and lifestyle stand point to change how you’re feeling. This is not […]

Jan 15
Let’s get Social, Baby!

According to experts it’s never too early to encourage a baby’s development and learning. Babies and toddlers learn through play and repetition and develop essential skills in a social play setting that will be important to them as they grow. Every week parents across Ireland are flocking to their local sensory/ music/ movement classes and […]

Jan 10
Dive into Development: The Top Benefits of Baby Swim Classes

Welcome to the world of water wonders! Baby swim classes are making waves as an extraordinary way to enhance your little one’s development while providing a splash of fun. In this post, we’ll explore some of the many benefits of enrolling your baby in swim classes, ensuring they make a splash in both physical and […]

Jan 08
Pregnancy Yoga

Pregnancy is a time of profound physical and emotional changes, and embracing yoga during this period can bring a plethora of benefits for both the expectant mother and her growing baby:   Improved Flexibility for Expecting Moms: Stress Relief and Relaxation: Pelvic Floor Strengthening: Enhanced Posture and Body Awareness: Bonding with Baby: Pain Relief, Especially […]

Dec 15
First Time Breastfeeding Mum Gift Box

Mama’s Boobie Box is an online breastfeeding shop offering you all the practical essentials for breastfeeding in one place. Started by a breastfeeding mum after her own struggles with breastfeeding, Petrina ensures all the products she stocks have been tried and tested by mums she knows. Everything from nipple cream to breast pads, they have […]

Oct 07
One Mom’s Experience of Breastfeeding her Children

Jessica Brogan @jessica_brogan_is mom of three, and has very kindly shared her breastfeeding experience with us … Whether you breastfed for 5 minutes, one week, a month, a year, huge well done to you mama. I was lucky this time around with my 3rd baby to have massive support in my maternity hospital when it […]

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