Am I ready to give birth? Signs of labor checklist

During pregnancy, iron plays an important role. It is iron that transports oxygen to the cells. A pregnant woman needs more iron than before, but this is easy to achieve with a varied and balanced diet.

Plan for pregnancy with these tips

You mean there is more than one way to give birth?  Sometimes women don't have a choice, but often they do.  Find out what your options are.

Did you know? Latest scientific research reveals there’s no need to avoid certain foods during pregnancy because you’re worried they might cause your baby to have allergies.

Your baby is about the size of a coconut.  The size of your baby is 25cm from crown to rump and 37 cm from crown to heel.  It weighs 1.5kg, less than half the average weight it should reach at term.  Its head has a diameter of 8.2cm, the size of an orange.  Boy or girl, it is already preparing its future as a small being.

Your baby may be developmentally ready to start complementary feeding at around six months of age, when she is able to hold her head up and sit in a high chair. Whatever feeding approach you take, whether traditional, baby-led, or a mixture of the two, remember the principles of responsive feeding.

Calcium is essential for your baby's skeleton and your own. It should be consumed together with Vitamin D, which allows it to be absorbed by the bones. You will meet your calcium needs naturally if you maintain a varied, balanced diet rich in dairy products.

By the time your toddler is two years old, her eating patterns will be established. That’s why it’s important to think about which foods are on (and off) your shopping list now. Challenge yourself to make sure there are no nutrient gaps in your toddler’s diet when you’re at the store this week.

Hypertension during pregnancy or pregnancy related hypertension must be carefully monitored.  With a strict diet and regular medical checkups, you should be able to avoid complications.

Make sure your feeding plans don’t get overlooked in all the excitement of your new arrival.

It’s never too early to start a family ritual of spending quality mealtimes together. Sharing meals is a great way to teach your baby about healthy eating, which provides benefits for him now and in the future. Here’s how to make mealtimes memorable.