Your Guide to Working with a Lactation Consultant
Congratulations! You’re starting the beautiful journey of breastfeeding, and I know it can feel a bit overwhelming at times. There are so many questions and concerns, along with perhaps a […]
Women’s Health After Motherhood – Participating in the Mammi Study
I first heard of the MAMMI study in 2012 during the booking visit for my first pregnancy. A team of researchers in Trinity College were looking into the health of women before and after the birth of their first baby. They wanted to find out the impact of pregnancy, childbirth and motherhood on the women of Ireland. The research looked at issues such as incontinence, mental health, pelvic girdle pain, sexual health, nutrition and physical activity.
Breastfeeding Tips to get you started
We all know breastfeeding is very natural, but we also know plenty of women who had problems in the early days. Many breastfeeding journeys end much earlier than intended due to lack of support for breastfeeding women and their babies.