Category: Expert advice

The World of Prematurity

The World of Prematurity

Hello Parents, Prematurity is a vast world. As I explained in the article What is Prematurity?, there are different levels of prematurity, different experiences felt
CMV Diagnosis and Symptoms

CMV Diagnosis and Symptoms

How do you know if you’re already infected with cytomegalovirus? Unfortunately, no very precise screening tests exist.
Should I breastfeed my baby with 1 or 2 breasts?

Should I breastfeed my baby with 1 or 2 breasts?

Here’s a question for you, Mary. I have a friend who always nurses with both breasts; another, with one breast only. How could I know
Who is Bernadette de Gasquet?

Who is Bernadette de Gasquet?

Bernadette de Gasquet is a French doctor and professor emeritus of yoga specialising in abdominal exercises and perineal rehabilitation. She has been working for years
Can I eat wild game during pregnancy?

Can I eat wild game during pregnancy?

I am two months pregnant and just learned that I ate wild game. My husband is a hunter, and we are always eating deer or
Lactose or bovine protein intolerance?

Lactose or bovine protein intolerance?

I am sure my two-month-old baby is lactose intolerant. He twists around all the time and cries several times a day.
Eating Well for a Healthy Pregnancy

Eating Well for a Healthy Pregnancy

There are so many changes taking place in our body when a baby shows up in our uterus! Once this little being is growing in
Hair loss during pregnancy and after childbirth

Hair loss during pregnancy and after childbirth

Hello Everyone, I often get questions about scalp changes and hair loss during pregnancy and after childbirth. In this article: Hair loss during pregnancy and
Why do beauty marks expand during pregnancy?

Why do beauty marks expand during pregnancy?

Hello Marie, I noted that my beauty marks have expanded during my pregnancy. Why? Will they go back to normal after I give birth? Thanks,
Newborn and infant Baths

Newborn and infant Baths

Last update: November 2020 Bathing a newborn isn’t difficult, but for first-time parents, it can be challenging. Practice makes perfect! You can’t learn it during
Possible Causes of Pregnancy Cholestasis

Possible Causes of Pregnancy Cholestasis

The previous article defines pregnancy cholestasis. To read it, go to Pregnancy Cholestasis: Liver Disease During Pregnancy. There are many possible causes of pregnancy cholestasis,
Dads are precious!

Dads are precious!

Dear dads, did you know that you’re the most important person providing security, a presence and support for your partner during her pregnancy?