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Breastfeeding Your Baby

A detailed fact sheet that deals with important issues of breastfeeding. Learn about the importance of breastfeeding & how to's
 

 

Mothercraft Nurse and Lactation Consultant Service

Ask about our Mothercraft Nurse and Lactation Consultant Services in Your Home. Servicing Upper and Lower North Shore, Northern Beaches and Eastern Suburbs. Monica 0419 298 586
 

 

Storage of Breast Milk

This download is the latest guidelines on the storage of breast milk for your use at home.
 

 

Settling

All babies are different and have their own personality and temperament just like their parents. Learn why babies cry, how to deal with crying, checklist for settling your baby and much more
 

 

Baby Massage

The Importance of Touch is so important when our hectic life schedules prevent us from being in touch with each other especially our babies. Step by Step is this lovely document I have composed with the help of one of our members in England. Susan has provided photos of her beautiful baby-Jenna Jean
 

 

Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS)

This information referenced from the SIDS organisation will direct you to the experts on the “cot death” syndrome. SIDS counsellors are easily accessible by telephone so please do not hesitate to call them with any concerns. I find them invaluable for up to date information as an educator
 

 

Tummy Time

Why place baby on the tummy? Tummy Time is essential for developing and growing babies and can help your baby develop the strength required to push up off the mattress should they become prone
 

 

Recipes for Baby

Delight your baby with these delicious and healthy meal ideas. Recipes range from Creamed Rice to Egg Yolk Custard
 

 

Sterilising

A useful guide for preparing equipment for your baby's meal times
 

 

Babies and Pets

A list of important issues to consider on how to cope with the new arrival and your pets
 

 

Controlled Crying

Health professionals warn that controlled crying may have a negative impact on the emotional and psychological health of infants. Know the facts
 

 

Homemade Playdough/fingerpaint Recipes

NEW!!

Make your own playdough! A number of recipes to create playdough and fingerpaint that is fun and non toxic. Great experience for your child to participate in making their own playdough
 

 

Toys for Twelve Months

Ever wondered what toys or play are appropriate for your one year old? This is the first of many to come and I will soon include toys for older age groups. Enjoy!
 

 

Toys for Two's

Lost for a few ideas of how to "entertain" your little treasures? The next installment in creative ideas for our little people. Even dress ups are great for older kids as you will see!
 

For Mum/Dad/Co-partnerFor Mum/Dad/Co-partner

 

Breastfeeding & Exercise

Link to posters, brochures and DVDs/Videos that explains important issues of breastfeeding and exercise. Learn about the key facts of weight loss and how exercise affects your baby's meal time
 

 

Postnatal/Beginner Exercise Classes

Classes at Neutral Bay and in your home. Pilates/weights/ therabands. As a lactation consultant/mothercraft nurse I guide your breastfeeding and baby's sleep patterns/settling techniques etc, as you exercise. Purchase a 5 or 10 visit pass-get free membership to my website
 

 

Breastfeeding & Exercise Brochure

After having a baby, many mothers want to reduce body fat gained throughout their pregnancy. This brochure will give you a good overview of breastfeeding and exercise after birth
 

 

Six Simple Stretches when Looking after a Baby

Six stretches to use when looking after your baby. Remember, when feeding baby, drop your shoulders to relax the upper body otherwise this area can fatigue even more...
 

 

Expressing Breastmilk

Learn the reasons for expressing breast milk, guidelines and instructions on how to express milk by Hand or with a Breast Pump
 

 

Mastitis

Mastitis is an inflammation of the breast that may progress to a breast infection. Know the facts on how to recognise the symptoms, causes and how to's on avoiding mastitis
 

 

Postnatal Nutrition

Read the essential facts on healthy nutrition during the postnatal period from our lactation consultant
 

 

Chest Workout

This is the start to our exercise routine. Let me know what you think! When you are ready, I will include exercises for the next muscle group so tell me what you would like to work on! These exercises will work your chest-pectorals, shoulders-deltoids and the muscles under your upper arms-triceps
 

 

Pre & Postnatal Depression

Learn in detail about pre & postnatal depression that affects over 70% of women. Causes for baby blues, symptoms of depression and what could help
 

 

Recipes for Mum/Dad/Co-partner

Need to organize a Christening/birthday cake on a time and finance budget? These easy recipes are very popular and members are invited to add to this section with both nutritious and not so healthy recipes
 

 

TraceyMonica Rich taught me how to exercise safely during a difficult pregnancy. After I gave birth, she raised the intensity to help whip me back into shape! As a qualified lactation consultant, Monnie imparted invaluable advice during those stressful first months with a newborn. Her kind, compassionate approach made life a lot easier!" Tracey Spicer, Channel 10 Newsreader

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