Foods that help your body prepare for birth

There are a lots of different foods that will help your body prepare for birth.Β  For example, from 32 weeks you can begin drinking raspberry leaf tea, which has traditionally been used to help start labour. It is believed to ripen your cervix and start toning the muscles in your …

Fill your freezer – before your baby arrives!

If you speak to any new mum, she'll tell you that a full freezer was a godsend with a newborn in the house. Finding time to shower and dress can be a struggle, so the last thing you'll want to do is whip up a tasty meal. And there really …

Top tips for enjoying Christmas food when pregnant

Let's face it, life's too short not to tuck into Aunt Bessie’s trifle at Christmas. You’re eating for two after all? Whilst we all know that this is plainly not true, there’s no harm in having a little bit of what you fancy at Christmas. As your baby grows, however, your …

Top tips for a festive early labour

There's something poetic about having a baby during the Christmas period; with nativity scenes displayed in rich variety, far and wide. But more than that, the festive period offers a feel-good factor like no other. It's the perfect season to get the oxytocin flowing; helping labouring women everywhere. So, we …

Pasta with Brussel sprouts and crispy pancetta

It's not Christmas without Brussel sprouts making an appearance!! Throw in some pancetta and you have a pretty special dish. This is quick and easy to make, and well worth the effort.Β  Plus, Brussel sprouts are loaded with vitamins C, A and K, and fibre. Ingredients: Serves 2 220 grams of …