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That “dirty yellow milk” may be the most valuable milk your baby will ever receive. Yet some mothers are still told to press it out and throw it away. Please don’t. That thick, yellowish first milk is ‘colostrum’. It is … Continue reading →

“Doctor…my due date is almost here and I’m still not making any breast milk. Does this mean I won’t be able to breastfeed?” If you’ve been worrying about this… Take a deep breath. It’s Breastfeeding Month, Day 1! Many women … Continue reading →

😩 “Even my bra hurts!” If you’ve ever been pregnant, you probably know exactly what that feels like. Suddenly… Your breasts feel swollen and they’re sore to touch. The good news? This is often a normal part of pregnancy. Read!!! … Continue reading →

“Doctor…my mum says if I wear high heels while pregnant, I’ll miscarry.” “Is that really true?” Many women hear this advice the moment they announce their pregnancy. The truth is a little more nuanced. High heels do not directly cause … Continue reading →

“Doctor… I don’t even know how to explain it.” “My stomach just feels… dirty.” Not painful. Not exactly sick. Just… Dirty. If you’ve ever been pregnant, you probably know exactly what that feeling is. It may come with: Nausea Vomiting … Continue reading →

“Doctor… I didn’t know I was pregnant. I used a tight belt to flatten my tummy. Have I hurt my baby?” It’s a question that causes real anxiety for many women. The good news is that your baby is surrounded … Continue reading →

Some pregnancy myths are harmless. Others can stop women from taking their antenatal drugs or accepting life-saving treatment. In today’s pregnancy myths carousel, I’m tackling 5 myths that could actually harm you or your baby. Look through them all to … Continue reading →