Category Archives: Labour & Birth

How To Get In Shape After Pregnancy

Posted by Babycity on February 1, 2013

Getting in shape after pregnancy does not have to be difficult. By following some of the tips below, you can have the body you had before you were pregnant by simply making a few tweaks in your diet and exercise … Continue reading →

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Preparing For A New Born

Posted by Babycity on January 25, 2013

As a new mum, the joy that you feel when you hold your baby in your arms for the first time is an incredible experience. To prepare for this new chapter in your life, it requires understanding what your baby … Continue reading →

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Build Your Child’s Social Interaction Skills

Posted by Babycity on December 26, 2012

To end off baby development month we are talking about helping your baby develop their social interaction skills. For babies and infants during their development, one of the most vital elements in the growth of their social health and wellness … Continue reading →

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How to help your baby start crawling

Posted by Babycity on November 30, 2012

Every baby will crawl when they want to, after about 6 months.  The foundation for being able to crawl comes from other physical milestones that your baby will have conquered, such as lying face down, pushing up with arms, and … Continue reading →

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What to Expect at Your First Midwife Visit

Posted by Babycity on September 7, 2012

Receiving the news that you are pregnant may be a shock or a surprise, depending on whether you were trying to conceive or not.  Regardless of the amount of planning in your pregnancy, your first step in being a responsible … Continue reading →

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Telling Your Child when you are pregnant

Posted by Babycity on July 27, 2012

As a parent, one may certainly be anxious when becoming pregnant for the second time, albeit for a whole new group of reasons.  Whilst you may feel more certain of the changes in your body, you can certainly be forgiven … Continue reading →

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Giving Birth – What to Pack

Posted by Babycity on February 9, 2011

It is always a good idea to remain prepared before the birth of your new born. For this reason, it is also recommended you pack your hospital bag in advance, just in case your baby arrives early! Below is a … Continue reading →

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Water Birth and Home Birth Pools

Posted by Babycity on January 18, 2011

What is a Water Birth? A water birth is the delivery of a child immersed under warm water. Although water births are now widely accepted and practised throughout the world; at home and in hospitals, it still remains a fairly … Continue reading →

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What is a Birth Plan?

Posted by Babycity on December 28, 2010

A birth plan is a written record which will help you communicate with the midwives and doctors who will take care of you during labour. It should hold a range of information about how you would want your birth to … Continue reading →

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Pain Relief During Child Birth

Posted by Babycity on November 5, 2010

Labour can be a very painful and sometimes a traumatic experience. However, there are widely available, effective options for pain relief to help you during this process. Natural Remedies for Pain Relief When Pregnant There are a number of natural … Continue reading →

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