PRUDENCE WADE asks a midwife how to deal with any anxiety an expectant parent might feel

New mums need to look after themselves, but there may be some unexpected physical reminders of the birth, a midwife tells LISA SALMON

Inspired by her journey as a mum to a child who needs ongoing medical care, Lisa Walsh has launched a journal called ‘Dear Diagnosis’, writes SANDRA QUINN

Having gone through a burn-out herself, now Ingrid Seim is helping other women to find a better balance in life, with her consultancy and coaching business, writes EMMA CONNOLLY

A new four-part TV series explores the issues parents encounter on this complex journey

Comedian Amy Schumer has been praised for showing a picture of her C-section scar. Why is it so important she did that? Asks KATIE WRIGHT

The move by the HSE to provide lactation breaks for all breastfeeding mothers returning to work after mat leave, up to their child's second birthday, is a great move, says KATHRIONA DEVEREUX

As we navigate our way through another lockdown, EIMEAR HUTCHINSON shares some ideas on what you can do with your younger children

Perinatal psychologist Mia Scotland says many women have PTSD after a traumatic birth and explains how they can deal with it and enjoy their new baby.

To mark World Prematurity Day, EMMA CONNOLLY talks to a Cork mum about the birth of her baby, 10 weeks early, in our Women on Wednesday (WoW!) supplement. She also speaks to a nurse about Cork University Maternity Hospital’s neo-natal unit

Despite one in three babies being born by C-section in Ireland (a rise of 50% since 2000), it’s a procedure that comes with many misconceptions, says Dr Michelle O'Driscoll

The summer is a great time to potty train your child, ahead of pre-school in September, says Eimear Hutchinson. Here she shares her tips for when your child is ready...

This week marks Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week. EMMA CONNOLLY talks to women involved in a new campaign to highlight the issue

A lactation consultant outlines the most successful techniques to help breastfeeding mothers express plenty of breast milk