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UAE birth guide

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A British-led maternity experience in the UAE, with King’s College Hospital London, in Dubai Hills

One of the first mums to give birth at King’s College Hospital London, in Dubai Hills, shares her experience of the hospital’s midwife-led care and high-quality prenatal and postnatal support
May 23, 2019
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“Labour was more powerful and beautiful than I could have imagined”

Indian fashion designer Sheena Dogra, mum to 7-month-old Miraya, tells us about her induced birth and how she used the power of positive thinking to overcome all of her doubts
May 23, 2019
things to consider
8 ways to lessen your eco guilt (even while living in the desert)

Are environmental issues finally starting to prick your conscience? Here are some practical (and easy) tips on being a greener family in the UAE
April 22, 2019
birth stories
Breech birth in UAE: "It’s never too late to change doctors if you want to”

Although breech babies (those positioned bottom-down in late pregnancy) usually mean an automatic C-section in the UAE, Leanne Moss, founder of White Moss Home Decor, describes how she managed to give birth to her daughter naturally – feet first
April 11, 2019
choosing a hospital
WATCH: What patients love about giving birth at Dr Sulaiman Al Habib Hospital

Check out our tour of the maternity ward at Dr Sulaiman Al Habib Hospital in Dubai Healthcare City, where we talk to doctors, midwives and real patients to find out what it's like to give birth there...
March 21, 2019
postnatal care
Where to find breastfeeding support in the UAE

Breastfeeding takes a lot of work and a lot of patience, but a little help with a trained consultant can make all the difference. Here's our list of people you can call on if you're struggling
March 10, 2019
bumps to birth
Hypnobirthing: Is this the secret to a naturally pain-free labour and childbirth?

Is it really possible to think yourself through a pain-free birth? Mum-to-be Charlotte Van den Broucque investigates HypnoBirthing
February 25, 2019
things to consider
Your step-by-step guide to hiring and sponsoring a domestic helper in Dubai

Live out, live in, using an agency or going it alone, we guide you through the maze to find that perfect person to help take care of your family
February 20, 2019
birth
Why this Dubai-based nutritionist ate her baby's placenta

Dubai-based nutritionist and mum-of-one, Kanika Hughes, explains why she decided to take part in the growing trend of placentophagy, and why you might want to as well
February 20, 2019
bumps to birth
7 Steps to having the right birth for you in the UAE

Hypnobirthing expert Jasmine Collin shares her insight on how to prep for a positive birthing experience
February 12, 2019
birth stories
Why this Abu Dhabi mum kept her newborn’s umbilical cord and placenta attached for days after birth

Abu Dhabi-based American/ Columbian Jenny Peña – mum of two and blogger at HeavenlyTreasure.net – explains her choice to have a ‘lotus birth’, a growing childbirth trend that involves keeping the umbilical cord and placenta attached for anything from days to weeks…
February 02, 2019
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Pregnant and working in the UAE: could I lose my job?

Anna Marshall, employment associate at law firm al Tamimi, gives her advice to pregnant women working in the UAE
January 31, 2019
birth
The first hour after birth is crucial to a child’s wellbeing - here’s why

Also known as ‘the golden hour’, the little window of time right after labour is more important than you might realise
January 29, 2019
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Delayed Cord Clamping and Placenta Delivery in the UAE: What are your options?

Your step-by-step guide to the key post-delivery stages of labour
January 28, 2019
healthy baby
“My son wasn’t feeding and no-one could tell me why”

At first Maya Fakhouri, a Lebanese senior media executive living in Dubai, found breastfeeding her son Faris (now 6 months) came easily. But when things started to go wrong, she couldn’t help blaming herself…
January 13, 2019

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