Article Index - Babies / Pregnancy
 
The Benefits of Infant Massage
Many parents have hectic lifestyles, juggling a host of responsibilities and activities and many new mothers have the added stress of having to return to work due to financial commitments.
Pregnancy Massage
Oh, the joys of pregnancy! Spiritual connection with the unborn child; excited anticipation of the birth; the growth of a deep and more meaningful connection with your partner; joy and wonder at the strength and capability of the body.
Aromatherapy Helps Couples Prepare for Pregnancy
Conceiving a child is not always easy. While some couples enjoy a happy and healthy pregnancy others find that trying for a baby is not as straightforward as they had hoped - now help is at hand.
 
Music, movement and rhyme: The essentials for the developing child
There are many benefits to be gained from singing rhymes with babies and children whilst encouraging them to do simple exercises in time to the rhythm of the songs. Not only can singing and movement enhance a child's overall development, it can be fun and enhances communication between parents and their baby because it gives them the opportunity to watch and learn about their growing child. As communication, understanding and respect are enhanced, so too is the parent-child bond.
 
Last time we looked at the different problems that women can encounter during pregnancy and how they might be helped with a natural approach. This article is the second part of that series.
Weight - women are often worried about gaining weight during pregnancy, or they have begun the pregnancy at a heavier weight than they would have liked. Under no circumstances should a woman diet during pregnancy. If she crash diets she will deprive herself and the baby of valuable nutrients. Her body will also detoxify (losing toxins stored in fat throughout the body) and these toxins will pass though the baby before they are excreted.