Category: Expert advice

Hair Care Products During Pregnancy
Marie, I have to get a perm and was wondering if it is dangerous given hair care products have strong odours and I am 7

What is couvade syndrome?
Marie, what is couvade syndrome? Charlotte Hello Charlotte, Thank you for your question. Many future fathers are affected by this syndrome, and few people understand

My nipples hurt!
My nipples hurt so much! I would like to know what the main reasons for nipple pain are for breastfeeding mothers.

How do I know if my breastfed baby has diarrhea?
I am breastfeeding my three-week-old baby, and I was wondering how to recognise if my baby has diarrhea, given their stool is liquid most of

Legal Aspects of Parenthood
Having a baby can raise legal questions about the rights and obligations of parents towards their child. For most people, legal jargon is hard to

When should I pump my milk?
When do we pump our milk? I am confused! I want to make sure my baby gets enough. Can you help? Thanks, Suzanne Suzanne, it’s

Does my baby have an allergy?
My one month old baby cries every night for one hour, and I think they are allergic to the formula I give them. What else

Is my colostrum rich enough even though there isn’t much?
I am a new mother, and a nurse in the maternity ward told me that the colostrum from my breasts is very rich for my

Deafness and Newborns
Le programme de dépistage de la surdité chez le nouveau-né admissible à l’assurance maladie du Québec, est en place depuis 2008.

How can I stimulate my one-month-old baby?
I have questions because my baby sleeps a lot and I wonder if I should stimulate them to optimise their development.

Can I eat during labour?
Marie, I was wondering if I can eat during labour at the hospital. I want to bring snacks because if I go 2 hours without

Pregnancy Acne and the Formation of Cysts
Did you read the previous part about skin colour changes during pregnancy? It’s funny, but many pregnant women say that their skin has never been