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Pregnancy
Pregnant? Learn about Post Natal Depression
Advice from birth trauma counsellor Sally Baker on dealing with Post Natal Depression.

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Pregnancy
The benefits of birthing with a midwife
Midwives help birthing women to believe in their bodies’ own abilities.

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Advice
How to respond to your child’s report card
Report card time is when you find out how your child has fared academically in the school year. Here’s how to give feedback to report cards – whether the results are good or bad.

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Advice
How to teach children gratitude
Learning gratitude is part of growing up. Here’s how to help your kids understand the importance of being thankful.

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Pregnancy
Can you have a natural birth after a caesarean?
If you have had a caesarean birth you may still be able to have a natural birth. Find out how a vaginal birth after caesarean would work for you.

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Pregnancy
Giving birth in a hospital? What you need to know
Giving birth in a hospital can be a beautiful and empowering experience. This is what you can do to get the most out of it.

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Advice
Unexpected ways dads boost kids’ development
Fathers offer their kids so much more than just an extra set of hands. Research reveals how dads influence their children’s futures.

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Pregnancy
Water birth: a safe option for you & your baby
A waterbirth is a gentle form of birthing that has benefits for both mother and baby. Here’s how it works, and what moms need to know to decide if it’s for them.

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Pregnancy
Good reasons to choose an independent birthing unit
Midwife-run birthing units are a great choice for mothers who want a natural birth because the focus is on supporting her wishes.