Mother & Child

Why am I always tired?

"I am always so tired these days." "I just don’t seem to have the energy I used to." "I'm exhausted by 8 o'clock at night." Ring a bell? One of the commonest reasons for seeing a doctor is fatigue – tiredness that interferes with daily living and seems abnormal compared with others or with previous energy levels.

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Healthy Mum, Happy Baby

Being healthy may be the last thing on your mind as you adapt to the juggling act of life with a new baby. However, being a good Mum means looking after yourself as well as your little one, and this includes eating a well balanced diet.

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Postnatal Depression - Do you think you're suffering?

Approximately 20% of women will suffer from postnatal depression. It is common, it is possible to diagnose and it is treatable.

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Osteopathy – What is it?

Discover what osteopathy is and how it can offer a pain free and medication free solution to various health problems.

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My experiences with breast feeding

I had my first baby during my hectic training as a family physician and I was only allowed 2 months of maternity leave. I was determined that I would breastfeed exclusively for at least 6 months and for as long as possible after that.

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The Importance of Tummy Time

Tummy time is the amount of time babies spend lying on their stomachs. Since the early 1990's health authorities have strongly recommended that babies sleep on their backs to reduce the incidence of SIDS (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome).

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Words of advice from a past M&C team member

Looking after a baby in the Tropics has particular issues to consider, for example heat, sun, dengue, travel, sleep temperatures, viral diseases – it is worth getting some advice on this.

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Postnatal Depression - What is it and what can you do to recover?

It is entirely normal to experience a range of feelings after having a baby. At least half of all new mums experience the 'baby blues', usually within a few days of giving birth.

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