Articles about "support" 192
Support from your partner
One of the most common complaints from new mothers is that they feel un
supported by their partners. This may be to do with the fact that often it is the father who returns to work first...
Support for breastfeeding
Although
so many experts recommend breastfeeding as the best way of feeding your
baby and the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that babies be breastfed
up to 12 months of age (with exclusi . . .
Writing a birth plan
All women are encouraged to write a birth plan during their pregnancy, so that everyone involved can clearly understand what kind of birth they desire.
Home birth
Lots of women choose to have their babies in the intimate surroundings of home and new statistics show that the percentage of home births in the UK has risen by seven per cent.
Natural birth
It is truly a personal choice when deciding to have a natural birth.
Positions for delivery
Though most women envision having a baby while lying on their back, it is becoming more popular to try different positions during labour to find a position that feels the most natural and comfortable . . .
Premature labor and birth
A baby born before the end of week 37, is considered premature. There are many reasons for why a premature birth may occur...
Water birth
Giving birth in water can be soothing and relaxing for both you and your baby.
Helping my premature baby
Your baby will be classed as
premature if she is born before 37 weeks, which is regarded as full-term. Not
all babies need to have special care, but some babies need to be in a neonatal intensive ca . . .
When should I go to hospital?
It may seem tempting to rush to hospital as soon as you feel the first twinge of a contraction, but the longer you stay at home, the better. However, if contractions become stronger or vaginal bleedin . . .