by Cherie Addenbrooke | Feb 22, 2022 | Birth, Parenting & Motherhood, Uncategorized
The first six weeks after giving birth is known as the fourth trimester and is a period of massive change and growth. It doesn’t matter if you’re experiencing motherhood for the very first time or have previously given birth, having a new baby is equal parts tough,...
by Cherie Addenbrooke | Feb 7, 2022 | First Trimester, Pregnancy, Second Trimester, Third Trimester
Navigating the minefield of dietary no no’s during pregnancy is a time-consuming gig. When I talk to other mums about food during pregnancy, the two biggest questions that usually come up are: ‘what foods are safe to eat?’ and ‘how much extra food do I need to...
by Cherie Addenbrooke | Jan 12, 2022 | Pregnancy
From lightening crotch to fluid retention, there are numerous pregnancy quirks that can hit your body like a freight train. Some women remain unscathed as they breeze through pregnancy, while others manage to experience all the atrocities pregnancy can bring. If...
by Cherie Addenbrooke | Aug 23, 2021 | Birth
Giving birth via Caesarean section is a contentious issue in today’s society. Statistics issued by the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare cite that 35 percent of births in Australia were surgical in 2018. Many health professionals and social commentators are...
by Cherie Addenbrooke | Jul 22, 2021 | Parenting & Motherhood
Ever been out in public and done something a little cringe worthy you wished you hadn’t? There are plenty of times I wish I’d saved my indiscretions for behind closed doors. Like the time I dropped the f-bomb at the park in front of my little ones while they fought...