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The birth of a child can bring new meaning to a couple’s life. In addition to your relationship as partners, you now have a new relationship as parents: this is what’s known as co-parenting.

Having a child and making green choices can seem complicated. Yet, through small, everyday actions, parents can help protect the environment.

Of all the life-changing events we experience, pregnancy is certainly one of the most remarkable. Pregnancy sets in motion a whole series of biological changes to prepare you to bring a new life—your baby—into the world. It is a gratifying and uniquely human experience full of excitement and…

Recognizing the start of labour, When should I go to the hospital or birthing centre?, Continuous support during childbirth, Understanding and managing pain

This section covers everything related to pregnancy, fertilization, fetal development, nutrition during pregnancy, health care, preparation for breastfeeding, preparation for childbirth, etc.

This section is intended to help you recognize the start of labor and know when to go to the hospital or birthing centre. It gives information on support, pain management, stages of labor and possible interventions. It also describes the first moments with your baby.

Colds and flu are caused by viruses. Children under 2 can catch up to 10 or so colds per year. If they do catch the flu, it generally will be only once a year.

There are various reasons why a child may have a stuffed‑up or runny nose: crying, environmental factors (e.g., heat, humidity, dust, animal hair, tobacco smoke), or colds or other infections.

Coughing is a defence mechanism. It’s the body’s way of getting rid of mucus. For example, children may cough when they have a respiratory infection such as a cold or flu.

If your child has a sore throat, she may eat and drink less. She may drool more or have a hoarse voice. So long as she is able to breathe easily, it’s not serious.