Newborn Foundations
A live antenatal course in Dubai for the third trimester — Birth & Beyond, co-taught by Lisa and The Fit Midwife, plus the Lullabies newborn handbook. 9 articles.
Why antenatal classes in Dubai are different (and why generic online courses won't prepare you for birth here)
Generic online courses won't prepare you for an obstetrician casually mentioning induction at 39 weeks. What Dubai pregnancy actually look…
The first 48 hours: What happens after birth that no one warned you about
Everyone preps for labour. Almost no one preps for the 48 hours between 'congratulations' and 'off you go home, good luck'.
What actually happens in labour: A midwife and lactation consultant answer the questions you're too embarrassed to ask
What contractions actually feel like, what the staff aren't telling you, and the questions every 34-week pregnant woman is googling at 2 a…
Skin-to-skin and the golden hour: the quiet magic of those first moments
What skin-to-skin and the golden hour after birth actually do for breastfeeding, bonding, and recovery — and how to advocate for them.
From birth plans to birth preferences: Why flexibility matters more than control
Are modern birth plans setting parents up for disappointment? Read on for an honest look at birth expectations, and why they matter.
Wondering whether to have your baby in Dubai or 'back home'?
Weighing up where to welcome your baby: Home country vs Dubai? Read on for all the pros and cons.
The value of antenatal class education: Preparing for Birth and Beyond in Dubai
What the Birth & Beyond Masterclass covers — and why generic online prep doesn't cut it for first-time parents in Dubai.
Why prenatal breastfeeding education is essential for expectant parents
Why I run prenatal breastfeeding workshops in Dubai — and what to learn before the baby arrives, so you're not figuring it out at 3 a.m.
What is colostrum harvesting, why and when is it advised?
If you'd like to know what colostrum harvesting is, why and when to do it, keep reading for all you need to know.
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