What to pack for hospital?
What do I really need to pack in my hospital labour bag? This is a question I am often asked, so I have compiled a list of suggestions from Mums. If you're an organisational freak like me, you'll like the satisfaction of ticking things off,...
Let’s talk: Cloth pads vs disposable pads ~ Mama Quaintrelle Guest Blog
Guest blog from Sarah, of Mama Quaintrelle If you suggested that cloth pads were the way to go ten years ago, I would’ve literally gagged in your face. A grown woman, yet still so blissfully immature about the world around me. Tampons were the only option for...
Pregnancy and Postnatal Massage: An Interview
I'm delighted to announce I've now partnered with two local Massage Therapists, who will be taking care of my new in-person Doula clients. Please meet Aaryan Smith of Aaryan Smith Naturopathy & Remedial Massage, and Linda Masaoka of Linda Masaoka - Massage...
An Introduction to Baby Massage – Guest Post from Saimone Fergusson
Recently Saimone from Mid North Coast Baby Massage hosted an 'Introduction to Baby Massage' class for me. Saimone is a fully qualifies Infant Massage Instructor, and a Mum herself. Here she shares her basic tips to getting started with infant massage. If you'd like to...
What is a Postpartum Doula? Interview with Julia Jones from Newborn Mothers
Have you heard of a postpartum doula? Or wondered what it is they actually do? Or maybe you know a little about them but wonder why you should consider hiring one? Recently I had the opportunity to interview an inspiring Postpartum Doula I've been following for a...
Make your own baby wipes
When my newest nephew was born, my sister asked if I could make her up some baby wipes that would be gentle on his delicate skin. I thought I'd make a quick video demonstrating how easy it is to make your own wipes, free from some of the nasty chemicals you'll find in...
Koality time with the kids….
During the last school holidays hubby and I decided to play tourist on our own backyard, and surprised the boys with a fun-filled day in Port Macquarie. First we had an exhilarating round of Go-Karting, and then headed to the water to try our hand at some Aqua Golf....