Stretch and sweeps are something that your midwife or Doctor may suggest at some point during your third trimester. It is a method to stimulate labour to begin, or done during in labour to help aid in dilation. How it is performed? During an internal pelvic exam, your health...
Pelvic floor physiotherapy (PT) is a specialized type of physiotherapy that has been growing in popularity over the last number of years. In fact, in France, Belgium, and many other countries, pelvic floor rehabilitation is a typical component of postpartum care, for every women that has a baby. We...
Unlike what you see on television, a woman’s water breaking as the sign that labour is starting only happens in approximately 5% of cases. With that being said, how will you know that your body is going into labour? Let us take this in stages, of what happens before baby...
Early labour or what is sometimes termed “false labour‘ can be a bit of an emotional roller coaster for expectant parents. It is a time where many are unsure of what to do and when to head into the hospital. In Toronto, many childbirth classes say to go to the hospital...
Continuation from Interview with a Lactation Consultant Part 1 How do I know if I’m receiving good breast feeding support from the hospital staff or clinic? Great question. If you are being shown how to tell when the baby is drinking versus just looking for food and then how...
When our clients need more than the typical learning curve of breastfeeding support, we refer directly to the best clinic in the city, The Victoria Park Breastfeeding Clinic. Visits both prenatally or during postpartum are covered by OHIP with the referral of your doctor or midwife. The clinic is...
The funny thing about being first time parents-to-be is you think you need the entire baby store when bringing home baby. The best stroller, the latest swing, and that fancy pants wipe warmer. Fast forward a few months and most of the clothes were never worn and most of the baby...
You’re expecting your first baby…Congratulations! Now you are feeling overwhelmed with all the information you don’t know about this process. Here are some places you can gather information and prepare for baby.
The host of HGTV’s “Love it or List it, Too” and former Bachelorette star is the latest celebrity consuming placenta pills after the birth of her son Leo. Jillian Harris told People magazine, “I have nothing to compare it to, but I’ve had so much energy…I’ve been feeling really...
Yesterday was International Women’s Day. Naturally, my news feed was bombarded by photos of Wonder Woman (a character whom many view as a symbol of strength for women everywhere). However, if I may be completely honest, it pissed me off, and I will tell you why. I love symbols...
Valentine’s Day is coming up and for some the day may end-or begin- with some wrestling around in the sheets. For expectant couples this may not be as easy or as desired as it once was. Here of some things to keep in mind if you or your partner is...
As doulas we are always making the recommendation to take time for self care, but what does this really mean when you have a new baby and someone mentions alone time, they may as well be suggesting you cut your heart out. You have just carried this child in your body for...
-Guest post for our Positive Birth Story Series Calm That was the word that came to mind when I thought about how I wanted my labour and delivery experience to be. I knew that despite the pain associated with labour and delivery that I still wanted to have it...
Sounds like a pretty bold statement doesn`t it? I believe right down to my core, this is in fact what doulas are doing every time they work with a couple as they become parents. Whitney Huston had it right when she sang “I believe the children are our future…”...
Guest Post from Dr Andrea Perricone-Chiropractor “But my child doesn’t have back pain, why should they see a Chiropractor?” — A very reasonable (and common) question for any parent to ask. And you are absolutely right; your child may not have back pain but: they do have a spine and a...
Congratulation on expecting another baby. Going from one child to two is an adjustment for everyone in the family, especially the older sibling. Here are some tips to help prepare them for baby’s arrival and ease the transition for all. Talk about the baby during pregnancy. Depending on the...
I know what you are thinking-That’s impossible! It’s not impossible and on the contrary can be a meaningful experience for parents. Most of the stories that pregnant women hear are horribly negative so that leads them to believe that that is just the way it is. Most couples feel...
Pregnancy is an exciting and emotional time for parents. For Mom, in particular, hormonal, physical and emotional changes can leave her feeling fatigued and in discomfort (to say the least). What`s a Mom to do? Here is where Chiropractic care can step in and help. Why Chiropractic care? A mother`s...
-Amanda Dadd, Helping Hands Infant & Toddler Sleep Consultant After a long, hard winter what family isn’t ready to get outside and make the most of the summer months? Like many of us you are probably planning adventures on the beach, late night BBQs, toasting marshmallows over the fire,...
Family and friends can be one of the best supports for new parents as they transition into parenthood. You will want to work with them, however, in order for them to know what the best way to support you is. Here are some tips to help: Communicate your...