Yes, it’s a thing. Labial dryness refers to chafing of the labial skin that surrounds the vagina. There are two labial parts: major and minor. Dryness can occur due to several reasons including: What happens when a woman has labial dryness? The skin around the labia feels dry, flaky, itchy and irritated. In extreme cases, the skin can be thin and irritated to the point of … [Read more...]
Every woman wants to reduce the amount of chemicals she puts in and on her body. This goes for monthly PMS relief as well. The biggest misconception is that pre-menstrual pain is ‘normal’ and you just have to suck it up. That’s a myth – there are natural ways to relieve your PMS. The menstrual cycle involves a delicate balance of hormones, particularly estrogen and progesterone. If this … [Read more...]
There is a connection between my gut microbiome & breastfeeding? Really? Yes, believe it or not! Your gut microbiome has a BIG influence over the outcome of breastfeeding and the health of your baby. How so? Let me explain. The microbiome has become such a hot topic for a reason. There are trillions of little microbes that live IN and ON us, and these microbes impact our health on … [Read more...]
New mums that start breastfeeding have probably heard some “old wives tales” and myths about breastfeeding. Have you been wondering what’s true and what’s not? I’m here to debunk the three most common breastfeeding myths. Let’s start with the first myth. Babies know how to breastfeed naturally. Here’s the facts. Baby is born with instant reflexes that can help when … [Read more...]
Sometimes new moms wonder or even worry about their milk supply and whether their body can make enough breast milk to feed their baby. The good news is that most mamas make exactly the right amount that their babies require. Your body is also able to adapt your supply to suit your baby’s growth spurts, or taper off if you’re combining solid food with breast milk. However, if you … [Read more...]
There is not much in this world that compares to soft, beautiful baby skin… at least not for the baby’s parents. However when dry patches, hives, rashes, and other skin problems occur, it is no reason to panic. From eczema to dry skin, skin irritations are not uncommon in babies. The most important thing is to establish what initially caused the irritation, and then decide the best course of … [Read more...]
There’s not much that compares to your beautiful baby’s face - especially when they are sleeping peacefully or when they are deep belly laughing. Their changing facial expression paired with their soft baby skin is honestly THE best. So when a huge bleeding scratch suddenly appears right across your baby’s cheek, it can come as quite a shock. And once you realize that it came from their … [Read more...]
Teething for babies is a huge pain in the… well, mouth! Your baby's little teeth are pushing their way through. This causes really sore gums that can make your baby extremely moody and often interrupt their sleep. What are the symptoms to look out for that your baby is teething? The good news is that teething only causes irritation around the time your … [Read more...]
Does your little one often wake up crying in the middle of the night? Or do they fuss and resist at bedtime? Or maybe they only want to sleep in your arms? New parents soon discover that the good ol’ phrase "sleeping like a baby" isn't what it’s cracked up to be. In fact, it's very common for your baby to protest when being put down to sleep and to wake up crying a few hours, or even … [Read more...]
3,500 babies in the United States die suddenly and unexpectedly while they're sleeping… every year. These tragic deaths are due to sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) or accidental deaths from suffocation or strangulation while sleeping. Here are some very basic points of safe sleep guidelines and should be followed together with advice from a qualified healthcare professional: To … [Read more...]
