Raspberry leaf tea in pregnancy
Raspberry leaf tea has been used for centuries to support women's health, including menstruation and childbirth. People believe it:
Reduces PMS symptoms, including cramps, nausea, and diarrhoea
Eases labour pains
Tones the muscles of the uterus, creating more effective contractions
Reduces postbirth bleeding.
However, there is very little clinical evidence to support these beliefs, as β¦
Reflux and silent reflux
Reflux is pretty normal in babies, it affects 4 out of 10 babies younger than a year to some extent. In mild cases, babies simply spit up a bit of their milk after a feed. However, some babies have more severe symptoms that mean they may cry and be hard β¦
How to make the most out of your antenatal classes
So you've chosen your class, paid your cash and are about to head to your first session with a mixture of excitement and trepidation...or maybe you're being dragged along by your partner? However you are feeling today, we want you to leave the classes having learned loads, laughed a lot β¦
Almonds: benefits in pregnancy and beyond
Not only are almonds a delicious snack, but they are also a super-food, packed full of nutrients that will help you and your baby in pregnancy and post-birth. From almond milk, to almond butter, or even by themselves as as a tasty treat, almonds are well worth including in your β¦
