The first few days after birth are a really important time for breastfeeding. The milk that is produced in these first few days (colostrum) is amazing stuff, packed full of antibodies.
For millenia women have given birth with other women - there to support, hold, rock and even sing to the birthing mother. Check out these birthing traditions from around the world.
For children play is a way of understanding how the world works. it's a way for them to voice their concerns while in a place of safety. And a chance for us to reassure them.
