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2021 has been a roller coaster of a year for The Baby Academy in which we helped over 500,000 families as they began their journey into parenthood and we can't wait to see that number grow....

20 December, 2021

Susie grew up hearing about her mother’s wonderful birthing experiences with Midwives. She developed a passion for empowering people to take steps towards the birth experience they desire....

13 December, 2021

Group B Streptococcus (GBS) is a type of bacteria that can be found in the vagina and/or rectum of about one in four adult women...

15 November, 2021

Ildiko is a registered Midwife practicing full scope midwifery in a busy urban centre. She is extremely passionate about the development of inclusive public health policy that ensures equitable access to all facets of reproductive care...

01 November, 2021

Mums are in the spotlight after pregnancy, and rightly so. But their partners need love and support too!...

18 October, 2021

Though take-home pregnancy tests are ubiquitous today, they didn't exist before the 1970s. ...

13 September, 2021

There are a few reasons why you will experience vaginal bleeding after the birth of your baby. During your pregnancy, the placenta is attached to the inner wall of your womb. ...

06 September, 2021

Does your newborn get grumpy after mealtimes? Don't be offended. It's nothing to do with you. It's probably because she's swallowed some air alongside her milk, making her uncomfortably full. The solution? Burping. ...

30 August, 2021

Having your second child brings with it beautiful moments that are different from those you experienced with your first. One particular joy is watching your two children meet each other, bond, and build a relationship. ...

09 August, 2021

Sarah graduated with honors from the Midwifery Science program and has been a Registered Midwife in Canada since 2011. She has practiced as a Midwife in both Urban and Rural areas in Canada and has also volunteered internationally in Guatemala and Haiti. ...

02 August, 2021

As with any decision you make regarding your little one, it’s best to have all of the information to guide you! Choosing whether or not to breastfeed is your own personal choice....

26 July, 2021

Most of the common tropes we have about pregnancy- pregnancy brain, increased appetite, and so on- we get from movies and TV shows. ...

19 July, 2021

The majority of pregnant women experience bloating during their term. But you can take heart knowing that this, too, will end- and you’ll be left with a flat stomach and a baby in your arms. ...

07 June, 2021

One of the biggest worries for first-time parents is the idea of coping with very little sleep once your bundle of joy arrives. It is a well-known and popular source of conversation among most parents about how well your baby is sleeping; with a full...

31 May, 2021

Almost every mom, at one time or another, has felt the shame and anger that is triggered by the phenomenon of ‘mom-shaming' and I’m sorry to tell any soon-to-be moms that you will probably experience it too. So what is mom-shaming? ...

24 May, 2021

Hayley is a Senior Midwife and was the first instructor to join The Baby Academy in Canada. Hayley brings a wealth of experience to The Baby Academy....

12 May, 2021

Crystal is a Midwife who brings a wealth of experience to The Baby Academy with almost a decade of Midwifery in Canada....

12 May, 2021

Alexia is a Registered Midwife practicing extended scope Midwifery in a busy and diverse Canadian community....

12 May, 2021

Sue is co-founder of The Baby Academy, Nurse, Midwife, Childbirth Instructor, and a busy Mum of two. With over 15 years’ experience, Sue has worked in all areas of Midwifery such as Birthing Suite, Antenatal wards, Postnatal wards and currently manages The Antenatal Education Department...

12 May, 2021

A show is something that, like labour, can sometimes cause a little confusion...

29 January, 2021

Labour, the clue is in the name! I have been there myself twice and supported lots of women through their journey and I can safely say, it is hard work...

29 January, 2021

My hubby Steve used to take the lead on the baby baths...

29 January, 2021

Teething can sometimes catch you and your little one out…one day they are happy and in a perfect routine, the next, you’re both a hot, grumpy mess!...

23 January, 2021

While healthy eating is important for us all… it is of extra importance when growing your new little baby or indeed…. babies!!...

23 January, 2021

Safe sleep for babies is such an important topic which is why we teach it as part of our FREE Baby Care Workshop for first-time expectant parents....

11 January, 2021

Finding out you are expecting is super exciting but this also might be the first time you step into the realm of NHS and hospital care....

04 January, 2021

Our FREE Baby Care Workshop centres around safe sleep for your baby, but we often forget about safe sleep during pregnancy. Our Experts recommend for pregnant women to sleep on their sides from the 2nd trimester on....

14 December, 2020

Hopefully, you'll have a happy and problem-free pregnancy but in the case where you think your unborn baby may be unwell, you should seek medical attention. The problem is, some women are unsure whether the niggles they feel are 'ok' or not....

12 December, 2020