What is an aromatherapist? The word “aromatherapist” implies a person who uses aromas in therapy. Yes, that’s true, however as I’m often saying, “it’s more than just nice smells”. As with most occupations, it’s your qualifications and experience that give you the right to call yourself a professional; when we talk about professionalism, what are […]
Attachment and Bonding
For humans the bonding process can be described as the affectionate connection that develops between infant and caregiver over time. The quality of the bond between infant and caregiver affects all later development of the infant, and it influences how well children will react to new experiences, situations, and stresses. Bonding has been understood to […]
Aromatherapy for Pregnancy, Birth & Babies!
By Sonya Edmonds, MAMA’s resident clinical aromatherapist + massage therapist Pregnancy brings many changes, physically, psychologically and socially. There is often some concern about the use of aromatherapy during pregnancy. However, under qualified, expert care aromatherapy can enhance wellbeing through each stage of pregnancy in the following ways:- May help to alleviate common discomforts such […]
Infant Massage for Breastfeeding Support
By Sonya Edmonds, clinical aromatherapist, RN, RM There is a comprehensive list of benefits for infant massage, based on extensive research. Many of these benefits can help to improve the breastfeeding experience for both mum and baby. Some of these benefits include: Enhanced attachment and bonding Infant massage enhances bonding and a new parent’s confidence […]
The First MAMA Baby Starts School!
The first baby to be born under our care when we opened our doors as MAMA is now starting school! Asher was the first baby born under our care after we opened our doors as MAMA. Mum Margo has shared these precious photos & words with us. Â Can you believe he starts school this year?! […]
Merry Christmas from MAMA Services
While our midwives will remain on call (after all, babies don’t know it’s Christmas!), MAMA Services at Kensington & Caulfield will be taking a break over the Christmas period from 24th December. We will be re-opening January 4th at 08.30am. Meanwhile, our website will still be open for bookings & online purchases. Remember any childbirth […]
