Pregnant women and new mums should get help and advice on bonding with their baby under new proposals to be published on Thursday.The report, which is backed by Children’s Minister Elizabeth Truss, suggests that the current system places too much
-month stretch and get used to nourishing a new little life. Once you have established feeding and are starting to feel more like yourself again, then you can start thinking about getting back in shape. Some new mums are lucky enough to find the weight slips off
You can get pregnant from three weeks after the birth, even if your periods haven't returned yet. So although sex may be the last thing on your mind, make sure you're protected.For more info on family planning, see your GP or practice nurse or visit
too much too soon as that can leave you with a serious energy deficit, putting the health of you and your baby at risk.Many women find they never get back to their pre-pregnancy weight, while others actually end up smaller than before - probably
In the early weeks of motherhood, it’s not unusual to feel as if you are living in some sort of parallel universe. As well as feeling physically exhausted, having to cope with the rollercoaster of worries and emotions that come with becoming a mum
. After visiting a few, I found one that felt right. The staff seemed so friendly and open. We decided to split the childcare between mum and the nursery and it worked really well. I felt Jake was getting the best of both worlds. Obviously my mum loves
New mum Anne Stephens was shocked to discover that sometimes the people closest to you can be the least supportive. She received a letter from her sister when her baby Katie was just 8 weeks old that still upsets her now. ‘Katie had been crying
guide you through the masses of products on offer, and give you an idea of what your baby really needs. Stick to it, and you should end up with all the essentials to take you and your baby through feeding, sleeping, changing, bathing, and getting out
