Our little baby Arnhem Indigo is sixteen days old today, and I wanted to spend a few minutes writing down my thoughts to express our deep gratitude for MAMA, in particular our incredibly kind and knowledgeable midwife Rachel who I got to know from 20 weeks pregnant. I fell pregnant with Arnhem in Darwin, where […]
Choking Hazards for Kids
Working as a paediatric emergency nurse you have the absolute privilege of sharing and learning from the experiences of countless kids and their families. This tends to make you a cautious parent in some situations, and throw caution to the wind in others. At Save a Kid we share information, so parents can make informed […]
Why do you feel drawn to practice yoga?
By Grace Joukhadar When I started teaching yoga over 10 years ago, people would come to me (yoga) to help them solve physical pains – usually back, hip or shoulder pains. One thing I have noticed in more recent years is that people are seeking yoga for the mental and spiritual benefits. The physical is […]
How do you find your time out?
By Mary Giordano I often hear mothers lament the lack of time they have to themselves after their babies are born. It seems to be a regular topic of conversation between mums and I absolutely get it, as I feel it too. All. The. Time. When my son was born 5.5 years ago it became […]
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 […]
