Thursday 1630
Ena Spence & Pam Haliday
Midwife-led sessions. Cost £1.65
Aquanatal classes near Orkney
Kirkwall Swimming Pool, Orkney, Pickaquoy Center Muddisdale Rd Kirkwall KW15 1LR UK
Expecting your first baby? It’s always a good idea to get your knowledge updated on what’s correct or what’s wrong while handling a new baby. Here are a few baby care tips you should be aware of: 1- You should always breastfeed your baby as soon as you both are ready. Most of the midwives help you do that, in the case for any reason they are keeping your baby in a nursery, you should speak to them if you can breastfeed your baby. The first yellowish colostrum is full of nutrition and is very healthy for your baby. 2- As soon as you leave the hospital, you will need a car seat to take your baby. Hospitals won’t allow you to take away your babies without car seats. If you are taking your baby via your own car, buy a car seat or arrange for one. If you are going back home via a taxi, then find out in advance the taxi services which come with a baby car seat. 3- Your baby might get rashes at the beginning on his / her face or the body. It is normal for the baby’s to show up those small red […]
Twin Pregnancy Symptoms you should be aware: Pregnant with twins or triplets is a common thing, however, it also involves a lot of care and more symptoms to deal with. Here are a few symptoms you should be aware of if pregnant with twins. Morning Sickness may be worse with twin pregnancy: Morning sickness is a result of increase in levels of hormone in your body. With twin pregnancy, these levels are even higher and so is the nausea and vomiting. The good part is as your pregnancy progresses towards second trimester, these symptoms are most likely to subside. Backache: Since you are carrying more than one baby, the chances of getting backache becomes higher with increasing belly. You should consult your doctor to understand the right postures you should maintain to reduce the chances of getting bad backache. Sleeping difficulties: With increasing weight and belly, many women complain of sleeping difficulties. Spotting can be a common symptom during twin pregnancy: Spotting during first trimester is something can be worrying if it is active bleeding along with bad cramping. You should immediately seek a medical advice in such an event. Weight gain can be more with twin pregnancies: With the increase in […]
Most of the women experience backache during pregnancy. The intensity of the pain varies from woman to woman. During pregnancy your body releases a hormone relaxin, which makes the ligaments in your body softer. This can put strain on the joints of your lower back and pelvis which may cause back pain. In addition to this, the extra weight that you gained during pregnancy, poor posture etc. cause strain on your joints that will lead to back pain. How do I prevent backache in pregnancy? There are many methods to reduce back pain. You should consult your midwife or doctor so they can suggest you some ways to control back ache. Some ways to reduce back pain include: Maintain a good posture while sitting, standing and in your day to day activities Avoid Heavy Weight Lifting. Try safe lifting techniques like bending your knees by keeping your back straight. In case you need to lift weight, try balancing it on both sides. Use flat heel shoes. High heels during pregnancy is not advisable. Avoid twisting your body Don’t bend too much while cleaning or doing other jobs. Try comfortable sleeping posture in a firm mattress. Have regular exercises – some […]