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What to Expect in the First 72 Hours at Home
Bringing your baby home is emotional, overwhelming and often a blur of feeds, nappy changes and very little sleep. It’s completely normal to be asking yourself, ‘Is this okay’? most of the time, it is. Day 1: The Reality Hits The first day at home can feel surreal....
Things to Keep in Mind After Having a Baby
Welcoming a new baby into your life is an incredible experience. It’s a time filled with excitement, love and plenty of memorable first moments. However, it can also feel overwhelming as you adjust to your new routine and responsibilities.
Mustard salmon with sweet potato wedges and roast vegetables
By Dr. Karen Lindsay and Professor Fionnuala McAuliffe Serves 4 Ingredients 4 salmon fillets, skin left on 2 tsp Dijon mustard 2 tsp wholegrain Dijon mustard Juice of ½ lemon Freshly ground black pepper 1 kg sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 3cm chunks 1 yellow and...
Roast leg of lamb with gravy, roast potatoes and carrots and parsnips
By Dr. Karen Lindsay and Professor Fionnuala McAuliffe Serves 4-6 (with leftover lamb) Ingredients 1 leg of lamb (1.5-2.5 Kg) 1 large sprig of rosemary 4 cloves of garlic, peeled and sliced Salt and freshly ground black pepper 600ml chicken stock 10g butter 10g plain...
Pregnancy and Postpartum Hair Loss
Hair changes are common during pregnancy and after giving birth. Some women notice their hair becoming thicker during pregnancy, while others may experience increased shedding after their baby is born. Although it can be worrying, postpartum hair loss is very common...
How to Handle Toddler Tantrums in Public
Toddler tantrums can happen anywhere — in the supermarket, at the park, or in the middle of a busy café. While they can feel embarrassing for parents, they are a normal part of child development. Young children are still learning how to manage strong emotions like...
Things to Keep in Mind After Having a Baby
Welcoming a new baby into your life is an incredible experience. It’s a time filled with excitement, love and plenty of memorable first moments. However, it can also feel overwhelming as you adjust to your new routine and responsibilities. Between sleepless nights,...
Reflux in Babies
Reflux is very common in babies, especially during the first few months of life. While it can be worrying for parents, in many cases it’s a normal part of a baby’s development and usually improves as they grow. If your baby frequently spits up after feeds or seems...
Newborn Behaviours That Worry Parents (But Are Totally Normal)
Bringing your newborn home can be one of the most exciting moments of becoming a parent. But it can also come with a lot of questions and worries, especially when your baby does something you’ve never seen before. Newborns are still adjusting to life outside the womb,...
10 Things I Wish I’d Known Before Becoming a Mum
No one can fully prepare you for motherhood, but looking back, there are a few things I really wish someone had told me beforehand.