“You’re going to think I’m a terrible mother….” is one of the most frequently heard phrases in my consulting room. I…
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Gentle birth and Sarah Buckley
Last week I had the absolute privilege of attending a workshop with Dr Sarah Buckley.As luck would have it Annie…
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Ten Psychological Tips for Coping with a Newborn Baby
You’ve had so much advice, it’s left you reeling in confusion. Every-one else seems to know exactly what you should…
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Forget the drugs – skin to skin works
Skin-to-skin contact, or kangaroo mother care (KMC) has been shown to be efficacious in diminishing pain response to heel lance…
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