CHOICE – Path to parenthood
I just stumbled across this link, it looks great for new parents
I just stumbled across this link, it looks great for new parents
Thinking of all the new families out there that don’t have their family around them. You could be isolated from your family because of the COVID restrictions, maybe you are a refugee having had to flee from you home country or perhaps you are an immigrate (like my grandmother in the photo). Having a new…
Most mothers want to breastfeed their babies. In Australia 96% of new mothers initiate breastfeeding, the rates drop dramatically, at 3 months 39% are still exclusively breastfeeding. We all need to support and help woman reach their breastfeeding goals. Here are some tips for new mums: Consider expressing antenatally 2. Be informed about how babies…
Hi all, Jigalong have asked me to come back and work for another 3 weeks, so I’m heading back there today. Of course I will not be available to do home visits until February 6th. Please ring if you have any breastfeeding problems you would like to discuss, we can organise FaceTime or Skype consultants…
I went for a quick visit to the WA art gallery between catching busses after completing my CPR update the other day. This painting by the very famous Warmun artist Queenie McKenzie was my Christmas pick of the day. Queenie started the clinic in Warmun and was instrumental in collaborating with the St John of…
When breastfeeding doesn’t work out Throughout time there have always been mothers who’s bodies cannot produce enough milk for their baby’s needs or for other reasons breastfeeding has just not worked. When experience has failed to meet expectations the situation can result in a grave personal sense of loss for the new mother. Emotions…