It’s your first baby. You’re excited, half desperate for those niggles to start, but with a touch of nervousness, knowing that life will never be the same again.
Who doesn’t love choosing cute gifts for a new bundle of joy – but what about mum – who has to climb a mountain or two before junior shows their sweet face?
Well that’s why I’m impressed with Mama’s Moments – developed by midwives – and who better to get us through that exciting but daunting period from end of pregnancy to new mum – whether it’s baby number one, two or even three?
All products are great quality – carefully made in the UK using premium naturally-derived ingredients, and free from parabens, synthetic colours and fragrances.
I love that the Birthing Essentials Kit comes in a pretty cream bag – all ready for when it’s time to dash to the maternity unit. And those midwives have thought of everything, utilising different aromatherapies to get you through labour, and afterwards.
So what’s in this fabulous goody bag? Starting with Cool It Mama body spritz: with neroli (refreshing and uplifting), ylang ylang (mood enhancer), menthol (cooling) and grapefruit (for mental exhaustion). Sounds perfect for when labour is getting a little too much (and maybe your other half would appreciate a quick spray too?) This smells fabulous, but I love that it isn’t too overpowering either.
Next out of the goody bag is Relax and Breath massage oil – really light, and glides over the skin. Ingredients include chamomile (for relaxation), cocoa butter and shea butter. Get your birthing partner to do their bit, massaging away those labour pains with this beauty.
Then, when it’s all over and you’re able to cuddle your little one, well I hate to mention it, but one can be a bit sore ‘down there’. But no worries, our midwives have thought of this too with Bottoms Up soothing spray, containing lavender (antiseptic, anti-bacterial, pain relieving), witch hazel (anti-inflammatory), cucumber (soothing) and arnica. I also noticed salicylic acid (similar to aspirin) on the ingredients list.
And finally to sleep (well until that 2am feed of course). So to get you into the land of nod after all the excitement, spray some Sleepy Mama onto your pillow and take some long deep breaths. The lavender and chamomile (relaxing and calming), bergamot (helps insomnia) and grapefruit (helps mental exhaustion) should help you doze off and have the sweetest dreams, until baby calls.
If you have a friend who is awaiting the happy day, or yourself, this is a great kit and makes a fantastic present.
By Dr K Thompson, award-winning author of From Both Ends of the Stethoscope: Getting through breast cancer – by a doctor who knows
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Note: These articles express personal views. No warranty is made as to the accuracy or completeness of information given and you should always consult a doctor if you need medical advice.