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The Passage to Parenthood is a Unique Journey, it can be wonderful… by Julie Clarke
Most parents agree there is a mix of experiences as they move through the series of changes which is the rite of passage to parenthood – during
Pregnancy: Preparing for birth and beyond by Julie Clarke Sydney Australia
Julie frequently hears from the dads-to-be attending the courses, “I just don’t want to be useless to my partner during the labor and the birth, but I
The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends breastfeeding
American Academy of Pediatrics The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends breastfeeding. According to the AAP, “Human milk is species-specific, and all substitute feeding preparations differ
The Ultimate Human Experience: Birth of a baby
I am an adoring mum of 2 sons Ken and Ryan, both born naturally, with the care of midwives… Ken in the first birth centre available in Sydney,
Julie Clarke’s photo of Homebirth Awareness Week in Sydney
Spring time in Australia is usually the time we celebrate Homebirth Awareness Week. Quite often we will have picnics, gatherings of homebirth families and media
Connected to nature
Humans seem to have this innate need to be connected to nature.Perhaps this is why so many people when they go on holidays to “get
Baby Care Support Service is provided in your own home for your ease and convenience by Julie Clarke
Julie Clarke offers a very special baby care support service, exclusively for couples who have attended her Transition into Parenthood course. This is a “parent friendly” in-home support service,
VBAC – what does it mean for pregnant women?
Have you experienced a caesarean section? How do you feel physically and emotionally about it? Would you recommend a Vaginal Birth After Caesarean section it to others?
About Julie Clarke Childbirth and Parenting Educator
What does your work involve? Knowledge, experience, enthusiasm, energy and the dedication to share it with pregnant couples as an active birth pre-natal educator, in
The feeling of awe and ecstasy and euphoria…
The baby is out… the feeling of relief and awe begins… as you looked at your baby for the first time what did you think?
A burning feeling that starts in the stomach…dealing with Heartburn and Indigestion!
Heartburn and Indigestion Heartburn is a form of indigestion with a burning feeling that starts in the stomach and seems to rise into the throat,
Pregnancy: Hemorrhoids are small swellings around the…
Hemorrhoids Hemorrhoids are small swellings around the anus. They may itch, burn or bleed a little. Constipation can make Hemorrhoids worse. Follow the suggestions for
Pregnancy: Varicose Veins and Swelling of the Feet…
Varicose Veins and Swelling of the Feet During pregnancy, your legs and feet might swell. This is sometimes termed Oedema.The blood veins in your legs
The Beacon in the South of Sydney for Natural Birth
Welcome to my very first ever blog, I am so excited to be sharing my knowledge with you, the reader, and keeping my posts fun