Category: Questions/answers

Forceps are a metal instrument that looks like two opposing spoons.

Marie, I have a silly question, but here it goes. How do I know if the baby is ready to breastfeed after birth? This will

The placenta is stuck to the inside of your uterus and the baby is in the amniotic sac, surrounded by amniotic fluid.

Everything starts in the world inside. I was only a cell, then after minutes, hours, and days, I began to develop at a phenomenal speed.

Breastfeeding can be learned and developed over time. Here is some advice to make sure you have the best chances for success.

Marie, after childbirth, can my baby see me? He seems to recognise me. Thanks, Marilyne Marilyne, you are not the only one asking this question.

Marie, I know you are in contact with many families and babies, and I was wondering if Adeline is a name frequently given to a

It’s flu season, and I am not sure if I should get the vaccine as I’m 27 weeks pregnant. What do you think? Roxanne Good

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

Marie, I have gastric reflux that is frequently a real problem. I’m 24 weeks pregnant and have modified my diet, but nothing works. Help! What

A midwife is a health professional working with future parents during a healthy pregnancy. They monitor them through childbirth and after the birth of the

Marie, I didn’t know I was pregnant and drank two beers and a glass of wine with friends. I found out three days later that