Most weeks I find myself speaking with mother’s who are struggling to produce enough breast milk for their infants. That’s tough. Especially, if they desperately want to breastfed and if these mothers have been told by a professional that their newborn is losing weight! If so, can I suggest pausing Read more…
Is my baby getting enough milk? This common concern for mothers will often result in feelings worry and inadequacy – especially for a first time mum when you are still learning the ropes and how on earth you read your baby’s signs and cues. It can certainly be a daunting Read more…
There is no simpler way to put it, mastitis is just plain nasty! The painful symptoms can make it difficult to feed your baby, which can be stressful, as well as physically and emotionally draining for mum especially during the early days when you are adjusting to your new life Read more…
I am often asked about poo habits. It’s NOT the most glamorous part of my work I’ll admit but hey, discussing bowel habits (what’s healthy and what’s not) IS important for all members of the family…Does your four-year-old child or forty-year-old partner know how often they should be pooing each Read more…
I was at a function the other night and I got into conversation with a girlfriend who was complaining that she couldn’t drink alcohol. She was then quick to tell me that she wasn’t drinking because she was on a particular drug. Curious, I asked her what was happening? She Read more…
Yep it’s true a mother’s milk will pass all consumed substances through to her child. Obviously this can be either advantageous or detrimental depending upon the mother’s awareness and her lifestyle habits. DETRIMENTAL SUBSTANCES INCLUDE: Alcohol, caffeine, recreational drugs and prescription and over-the-counter medications all pass through breast milk through Read more…
Breastfeeding isn’t always easy. I can remember those initial days after our first son was born wondering, “How can this be so hard?”… Fortunately, with some great advice from our midwife and a little patience, my newborn and I slowly mastered this fine art. You can imagine my surprise then Read more…
In answer to the question “Will my breastfed baby be affected by what I eat and drink?”… The answer is yes, a mother’s milk will pass consumed substances such as food, alcohol and other chemicals through to her child. This can be either advantageous or detrimental, depending upon the mother’s awareness Read more…
As my front door continues to open and close in true festive style with friends and family visiting, let me take this “brief quiet moment” as an opportunity to THANK YOU all for your support and encouragement this year. Your emails and cards are greatly appreciated. Well Adjusted™ has grown Read more…
Over the last few months we have been creating a DVD on the physical, emotional and chemical stressors that todays children face and the movement that has begun to combat the impact of these. During my talk in London I presented this 4 minute DVD and have had many requests Read more…