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How to reduce Pregnancy Anxiety in a pandemic

There’s very little awareness of it, and it’s hard for a lot of women to admit, but with more than 80 per cent of mums suffering from stress during their pregnancy, it’s time we break the silence on antenatal anxiety
June 10, 2020
news and views
City Hospital Dubai becomes Non Covid-19 facility

One of the city's most established birth hospitals will no longer admit patients with Covid-19
June 02, 2020
birth
What happens in the 'Golden Hour' after birth matters - here's why

You have more choices than you might realise when it comes to what happens to you and your baby straight after birth
May 20, 2020
birth stories
“Giving birth in a taxi inspired me to change my career”

British Indian UAE expat Sumayya Sarwar, 32, shares the story of her dramatic birth in an Uber and how it made her want to help other UAE mums
April 22, 2020
paperwork and practicalities
5 Safeguarding steps to protect your expat family during the Covid crisis

Emergency planning advice to help protect your loved ones in the UAE during the global pandemic
April 20, 2020
things to consider
Pregnancy Essentials : Pregnancy & Birth workshop for expecting parents.

The more full you are with energy, positivity and calm, the more you can share that goodness with others. Check out this Pregnancy well being program that you can sign up for over the coming months, so you start the year off with a good dollop of self-care. Plus, some wisdom and insight from the wonderful woman who runs it.
February 23, 2020
uae birth guide
Expecting twins? These antenatal classes offer essential support in the UAE

Already a mum of two, when Lala Langtry White had twins she realised there needed to be a better support network for mums in the UAE. Her own experience inspired her to offer antenatal classes specifically to help expectant mums to multiples
February 11, 2020
raising your baby
‘Help, I’m jealous of my baby’s nanny!’

A Dubai-based media executive and mum-of-one asks our psychologist what to do about her resentful feelings towards her domestic helper
January 22, 2020
bumps to birth
Water Birth in the UAE: Is it the right option for you?

With Water Birthing now available at King's College Hospital London in Dubai, we find out more about what it is and why it's become so popular in the UAE
December 10, 2019
birth stories
"We kept our baby's gender a surprise - here's what it taught me"

Baby & Child editor Tabitha Barda reveals the surprising emotions she felt from not knowing the sex of her third baby throughout her pregnancy
October 22, 2019
support and advice
Expert tips on how to keep kids safe in the sun this summer

Specialist dermatologist Dr Ikramullah Al Nasir answers your questions on how to keep little ones safe from harmful rays while also busting some common sun-protection myths
August 14, 2019
choosing a hospital
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
uae birth guide
“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

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