Questions tagged trimester

Hi, It is very common to get ligament stretching pain at around 10 – 12 weeks. Mild cramps and bloating can also occur. Try not to worry to ...

Hi Sharene, You need to use a very mild wash – a wool wash is good and not too much. A softner probably shouldn`t be used the less chemical ...

Hi, It is best that you visit your GP for a check up. You may need some mild medication to ease your discomfort. Best wishes, Alex

Hi, If the wakeful period is middle of the night then I would consider keeping him up a bit more during the day but if it is early evening then th...

Hi, You will be checked a bit closer if you are expecting twins. More than likely you will not be allowed much past your due date. Best wishes...

Hi, Boys differ greatly in the age they first begin to read, but at 4 and a half, your boy may well be at the very early stages of learning to rea...

Hi, If you are still bleeding you may have an infection in the uterus that needs treatment. Please organise a check up with your GP. Best wish...

Hi, Start by feeding when he wakes and then play and then watch for tired signs, you will see them easily when you know he has been fed and this w...

Hi, Yes this can be normal for you. Some women start to leak colostrum from around 20 weeks. It is good to express a small amount of the colostrum...

Hi Nina, This can be very uncomfortable and difficult to manage. Talk to your GP about what may be available for you. There are some stronger medi...

Hi, It is probably best to go off your dates and the early ultrasound as these are usually more accurate than later ultrasounds. Best wishes...

Hi, Try a sleeping bag they are great and give him extra tummy time during play to strengthen his neck. Cheers, Maree </strong

Hi Sam, Well done, this is the best way to let other mums know that there is hope! Best wishes and keep up the good work. Cheers, Maree

Hi Beck, You`ll find my response to your earlier question above. Best wishes, Alex

Hi Sally, Strictly be guided by tired signs and settle who ever shows signs first. If you follow our settling program the techniques we use offer ...

Hi Lesley, It does make it more difficult when you are sharing a room as Max will be sensing your presence. Wait till you can put him in his own r...

Hi, I would recommend you follow a feed/play/sleep routine then implement our settling techniques when she shows tired signs. You can get details ...

Hi Marie, He is telling you he doesn`t want this nap anymore so don`t make a battle out of it, have an early dinner prepared so he doesn`t end up ...

Hi, If the bleeding settles then everything should be fine. If it worsens and you experience strong cramping then you need to have a check up. It...

Hi There, Its so great to hear of toddlers who love their fruit and vegies. Just as I was reading your post it occurred to me that it may just...

Hi, This can be fine. You may need to check that you have no signs of a urinary infection which can sometimes cause an irritable uterus. Best wishe...

Hi, Everyone is different. IF you have stopped feeding your periods more than likely will return quite soon. Best wishes, Alex

Hi, If your nipples are dry then they are likely to become itchy. You could try expressing some of the colostrum and rubbing that into the nipples...

Hi, I am sorry if you can’t find the answers to the questions. Your answer from last week is on this page, 21 questions down :) As to a lo...

Hi Van, Try to resettle for 15 mins and then if no luck get him up and try again later. Try to follow feed/play/sleep routine so you catch the tir...

Hi Ariana, Try to get him to point his penis down when he sits on the toilet, he may have to hold it down. Best wishes, Alex

Hi, You most likely have an infection. You need to see your GP as soon as possible for treatment. Best wishes, Alex

Hi, If your period in January was normal and not short or light then most likely the conception was in Feb. This would reflect the 20th Jan as you...

Hi Angela, Don`t make a battle out of it during the day, an hour is ok, anything under that is considered a catnap. Get him up and try again when ...

Hi, You may have pulled a muscle. See how you go for a day or so and if it is not feeling better see your GP for a check up. Best wishes, Alex