Tag Archives: Baby

Our first baby was like a local celebrity… the difference in having a lockdown baby is pretty stark

MY SECOND daughter is a lockdown babe through and through. he may only be four months old but so much of her life, both in utero and in the big bad world, has already been defined by rules, restrictions, bubbles and state-sanctioned 5km walks. I found out I was expecting a few weeks after Leo’s first Big… Read More: Our first baby was like a local celebrity… the difference… »

Prenatal vitamins important to baby and mum’s overall health

There is an increased demand for nutrients in your body during pregnancy. Having a healthy balanced diet is very important but your diet can be supplemented with the intake of prenatal vitamins. Here are the important vitamins in pregnancy: Folic acid – prevents the development of neural tube defects which are defects in the brain… Read More: Prenatal vitamins important to baby and mum’s overall health »

How gestational diabetes can affect baby

Approved by the Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine. Most women who develop diabetes during pregnancy go on to have a healthy baby. Dietary changes and exercise may be enough to keep blood sugar glucose levels under control, though sometimes you may also need to take medication. But untreated gestational diabetes can cause serious problems. If blood… Read More: How gestational diabetes can affect baby »