Touch & Neural Wiring: Why Early Sensory Contact Matters
From a baby's first moments, touch serves as a fundamental bridge between human connection and brain development. But why does early sensory contact play such a pivotal role in shaping neural pathways?
Let-Down Reflex Explained: How Breast Milk Starts to Flow and What to Expect
The let-down reflex, also called the milk ejection reflex, is a natural process where your body releases stored milk from the alveoli in your breasts through the milk ducts to your baby. It’s triggered by the hormone oxytocin, released in response to nipple stimulation or even baby cues like crying or touch.
Understanding Caesarean Birth: Caeserean Awareness Month
April marks Caesarean Awareness Month — a time to recognise, inform, and empower parents who birth their babies abdominally. At The Bubba & Me Club, we’re committed to inclusive education that supports every kind of birth journey, including Caesarean births, which account for roughly 1 in 4 births in the UK.
Whether planned or performed in an emergency, Caesarean birth is birth — and it deserves to be met with respect, knowledge, and care.
Understanding Baby Blues vs. Postnatal Depression: Clinical Signs and When to Seek Help
Bringing a new baby into the world is a life-changing event filled with joy, but it can also come with emotional challenges. Many new mothers experience mood swings, tearfulness, and anxiety in the days following birth — commonly known as the baby blues. However, when these feelings persist or intensify, they may indicate postnatal depression (PND), a more serious condition that requires support and treatment.
Breast Milk: Nature’s Superfood and How Your Body Makes It
Breast milk is often called "liquid gold" — and for good reason. It’s a living, dynamic substance that not only nourishes your baby but adapts in real time to their needs. But have you ever wondered exactly what’s in breast milk and where it all comes from?
Postpartum Hair Loss: Why It Happens & What You Can Do
Many new mums are surprised when, a few months after giving birth, they start shedding more hair than usual. If you’ve noticed your hair falling out in clumps or your once-thick locks looking thinner, you’re not alone. Postpartum hair loss is completely normal—and while it can be distressing, there are ways to manage it.
The Science Behind Breastfeeding and Breast Milk: Why It’s Liquid Gold
Breastfeeding has been practiced for thousands of years, and while it may seem like the most natural thing in the world, the science behind breast milk is nothing short of extraordinary. This unique substance is a carefully tailored, living fluid that evolves to meet your baby’s nutritional and immune needs. Let’s explore the incredible science behind breastfeeding, how breast milk works, and some fascinating facts that highlight why it’s often referred to as "liquid gold."